There are lots of bursary programs, but this offers young South Africans some more opportunities to go after those opportunities that they otherwise may struggle to get into. The MultiChoice bursary program hopes to lighten the load that many may be carrying. This article takes a look at the MultiChoice Bursary Program for young South Africans, the fields covered, and what the requirements for getting into the program are.
What is MultiChoice?
MultiChoice is a South African company that was established in 1993 and which operates the DStv Satellite Television service across Sub-Saharan Africa. The company offers 5 services: M-NET, a satellite television subscription service; Showmax, an online video-on-demand subscription service; GOtv, a Digital terrestrial television platform; Supersport, a collection of sports channels on the DStv network and Irdeto, a digital platform security company. MultiChoices’s entertainment platforms – DStv, GOtv, Showmax and DStv Now – are a hub for approximately 14 million people across 50 countries. Through Irdeto, we‘re a world leader in digital platform security for video entertainment, video games, connected transport and IoT connected industries. In 2018 Multichoice Africa launched the Multichoice Talent Factory academies to allow 60 students from 13 countries to take part in the year-long academic and practical immersion programs.
MultiChoice Bursary Program
Asides from its delivery of subscription services, the company tries to give back to the community that it serves by investing in talents and people with academic potential. Through this means, they aim to encourage the development of different communities and initiate social transformation. Their bursaries offer students the chance to develop important skills across multiple industries. The MultiChoice Bursary Scheme is now open and they are looking for driven, accountable, and lateral thinkers currently studying towards select degrees. Successful recipients will benefit from fully funded: Registration & Tuition fees; Accommodation and Annual living allowance.
What degrees or qualifications qualify for this bursary?
To qualify for this MultiChoice Bursary Program, you need to already be enrolled in any of the courses listed below.
Eligibility criteria
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Required documents
Conclusion
This is an opportunity that should not be thrown away. If you satisfy the requirements, get your mind locked in, download the application form and submit to the email address specified above.
