Data Protection Policy

Introduction:

Learn and Work Academy is committed to protecting the privacy and security of personal data in compliance with applicable data protection laws, including the UK Data Protection Act 2018 and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and secure personal information.

Scope:

This policy applies to all personal data collected and processed by Learn and Work Academy, whether through our website, email, or any other means. It applies to students, staff, and other individuals whose personal data we process.

Collection and Use of Personal Data:

We collect personal data for the following purposes:

  • Admissions and Registration: To process student registrations and manage academic programs.

  • Student Communication: To send notifications, updates, and respond to inquiries.

  • Fee Management: To process payments and financial agreements.

  • Legal Compliance: To meet our legal obligations, including reporting and document verification.

  • Improvement of Services: To analyze student feedback and improve academic offerings.

Only necessary personal data is collected, and all data is processed lawfully and transparently.

Disclosure of Personal Data:

We may share personal data with third parties in the following instances:

  • With the student’s explicit consent: For example, to share data with affiliated universities or contracted partners for further studies.

  • Service Providers: To trusted third parties who assist us with administrative or technical support, provided they comply with data protection regulations.

  • Legal Requirements: To comply with legal obligations or in response to lawful requests by government authorities.

  • Institutional Changes: In the event of a merger or organizational change, personal data may be transferred as part of the process, ensuring it remains protected.

Data Security:

We implement stringent technical and organizational measures to safeguard personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. Security protocols are regularly reviewed and updated to maintain the confidentiality and integrity of personal data.

Data Retention:

Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or to comply with legal requirements. Once no longer needed, data is securely deleted or anonymized according to our data retention policies.

In accordance with the UK Data Protection Act 2018 and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), if an applicant does not respond to offers for international scholarships or other services, their personal information will be securely deleted from our records 7 days after our last communication or after the final deadline for response, whichever is later. This process ensures we minimize the retention of unnecessary data and protect your privacy. All deletions are carried out securely and in line with our data retention and disposal procedures.

User Rights:

Individuals have the following rights with respect to their personal data:

  • Access: To request access to their data.

  • Correction: To request corrections if data is inaccurate or incomplete.

  • Deletion: To request the deletion of personal data where applicable.

  • Objection and Restriction: To object to or request restrictions on processing.

We provide mechanisms for individuals to exercise these rights, and all requests are handled promptly.

Updates to this Policy:

This policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in data protection laws or our data handling practices. We encourage individuals to review this policy regularly.

Contact Information:

For any inquiries regarding this Data Protection Policy or data practices, please contact:

Email: info@learn-work.org.uk
Phone: +447441348570