Sheikh Mansoor offers RACING SCHOLARSHIP FUND
28-09-2015
- Are you aged 18 to 29 and employed within the racing industry either as an amateur jockey or apprentice jockey or involved in some other capacity?
- Might you be interested in taking advantage of professional mentorship opportunities abroad?
- Would you be able to commit to a scholarship opportunity for up to 8 weeks?
- Have you finished at least one year or graduated from your home Racing Academy or other entity that provides horse racing or related industry workforce training?
If so, you may be interested in a unique opportunity that is available to over 20 students to become involved in an international student exchange programme, the Racing Scholarship Fund, which, thanks to the generosity of Sheikh Mansoor and under the leadership of Lara Sawaya, has been set up by IFHRA (International Federation of Horse Racing Academies) (includes the British Racing School and Northern Racing College).
The IFHRA Racing Scholarship Fund (RSF) is designed to benefit both students of IFHRA member racing academies and employers within the horse racing and related industries. Students will work abroad in real-world situations gaining experience and benefitting from mentorships which will be a long-term benefit to future careers. At the same time, future employers will also benefit from students who have experienced the IFHRA RSF and who have therefore gained training in the newest practices our industry offers.
This is an extraordinary opportunity to gain unique experience and broaden your horizons! If you would like to apply for one of these valuable places, you can contact either the BRS or the NRC or alternatively e-mail sph.oliver@btinternet.com immediately for further details and an application pack.
Hurry because the official closing date is 15th October. Please do not delay!