UCT Online High School offers more than R5 million worth of scholarships to adult learners

In August of this year, UCT Online High School became the most affordable, fully accredited online school in Africa to offer the globally-recognised Cambridge IGCSE qualification. In their tireless quest to innovate and be at the forefront of creating an equitable and innovative education system on the continent, the online high school also announced the launch of an 18-month Adult Matric programme delivered entirely online.

The Adult Matric programme provides a second chance for those who were unable, or never given the opportunity, to write their National Senior Certificate (NSC) when they were young — because it’s never too late to enable a better future for ourselves and our families.

ABOUT A THIRD OF THE TOTAL MATRIC LEARNERS ARE ‘NON TRADITIONAL’ LEARNERS

As per Youth Capital’s research, at any given time, there are about 250 000 people working towards a matric certificate outside the full-time, in-school system. Since an average of 800 000 candidates write matric examinations each year, this means that about a third of the total matric cohort are ‘on the fringe’ or ‘non-traditional’ learners. Yet, as second-chancers, the educational journeys of these non-traditional learners often go unrecognised. Despite their grit and perseverance, second-chance matrics are rarely reported on publicly.

UCT Online High School is here to celebrate and support these learners, and the Adult Matric programme offers a viable and affordable alternative for adults to study online, and part-time, towards their CAPS-aligned Amended Senior Certificate (ASC). A matric certificate can transform young and old people’s futures alike, by signalling their knowledge and skills to employers, creating pathways to further education, and ultimately improving their chances of finding work, keeping a job, and earning a higher salary.

UCT Online High School is offering more than R5 million worth of scholarships to the first 500 eligible adult learners.

UCT Online High School is committed to using innovative education modalities to bridge the socioeconomic divide to create a fair and just society for all in South Africa. The UCT Online High School Adult Matric Scholarship Programme is one of the most generous scholarship programmes available to adult learners in South Africa. Their scholarship programme supports eligible adult learners by providing the opportunity to study towards a CAPS-aligned Amended Senior Certificate (ASC) at a fraction of the regular cost.

UCT Online High School is offering more than R5 million worth of scholarships to the first 500 eligible adult learners. The primary objective of the UCT Online High School Adult Matric Scholarship Programme is to make high-quality education affordable and accessible to adult learners who deserve a second chance at completing their matric.

Join their 18-month Adult Matric programme and work towards obtaining your CAPS-aligned Amended Senior Certificate — because it’s never too late to have success at any age. Interested adults need to head to click here to see if they qualify for the 30% tuition scholarship – there’s only 500 spots! 

SOME INSPIRATIONAL STORIES FROM THEIR POTENTIAL STUDENTS

Since launching this generous scholarship on Monday 8 November, UCT Online High School has received an influx of inspirational stories from adults wanting to grow their own success for a better future:

‘’I want to finish my studies so that I can have a better future. I never finished my studies due to circumstances but I know if I can get the opportunity to go back I will grab it with both hands. These days, without an education there’s no better future or chances of us getting any jobs is very slim. Everywhere you go they need qualifications for you to get a job.’’

‘’Upon countless failures to secure work for myself, to support my family and to better myself in life, I need a higher education to enable myself and my family a better future. I have been motivated by countless rejections. I aim to further my studies into Construction Management to be successful in my line of work and to deliver a service that will be adequate to what I need to accomplish a better future for myself and my family.’’

‘’Due to unforeseen circumstances outside my control I did not have the privilege to complete my matric. I am a very ambitious young adult who love to learn and grow my knowledge and I would like to built a good future for myself and be able to inspire and motivate others who also did not have the chance to complete their matric to pursue it.’’

Sharing his excitement, “In line with our vision to accelerate access to world-class high school education — so that we can unleash South Africa’s potential — UCT Online High School is proud to be making more strides toward that vision through our Adult Matric qualification. Education should not be a privilege, it is a basic human right, and our Adult Matric programme means hope and a second chance towards a better future through the opportunities that come with having a matric qualification in South Africa. We’re incredibly excited to announce the UCT Online High School Adult Matric Scholarship programme which will support eligible adult learners by providing the opportunity to study towards an Amended Senior Certificate at a fraction of the regular cost! We are proud to unlock this door and even more proud of those who will choose to step in and walk boldly through towards a better future.”, says Sipho Mpisane, Head of School for Adult Matric.

UCT Online High School isn’t just a school, it’s the backbone of an entire ecosystem which has been designed to service learners of all ages from a broad range of socioeconomic and academic means. They believe in a brighter future for all, and they’re doing everything that they can to make it happen. They’re calling on future changemakers, young and old, to join their innovative learning journey and make their future official.

Feeling inspired to unlock a more global future? Click and download the Adult Matric programme info pack. Applications open for January 2023. 

If you’ve still got questions, or need some more guidance, please contact one of the UCT Online High School’s friendly admissions consultants on +27 21 140 1792 or email admissions@uctohs.valentureonline.com; they’ll be more than happy to assist.

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