Cookie Management Policy
You may volunteer your personal information through email, in an application and/or in a form you access on the website.
Some websites, including the our website, store information in a small text file called a “cookie” on your computer’s hard drive. Cookies are information about you and your preferences. uses cookies so that we can better serve you when you visit the website. You can set your web browser to notify you when you a cookie is created, then you can decide if you want to accept it.
1) Detailed Breakdown of Cookies We Use
Currently, there are four types of cookies that may be generated as you browse our site: session cookies, preference cookies, analytics cookies and third party cookies.
Session Cookies
As you move through the site, various pieces of information need to be stored in order for the site to function properly. For example, if you add a course to favourites, this course will be remembered so that you can access them later. If you log in, it will be remembered which account you logged in with.
This information is stored in a database and is referred to as a session. One cookie is set to keep track of which session you are using. Old session data is automatically deleted from the database multiple times a day, so this information is not stored long-term.
In addition to the session cookie, a cookie is set to check if cookies can be set on your computer. This is done for diagnostic purposes when you use forms on the website. This information is used to help solve any problems you may have encountered.
How do I control session cookies?
You can use your browser settings to control whether or not the site sets session cookies. More information on your browser settings is provided at the bottom of this page.
Please be aware that cookies are critical to the working of the site. If you choose to disable cookies from this site the functionality of the site will be greatly reduced.
Preference Cookies
Currently a preference cookie is set when you click OK on the cookies acceptance banner displayed on the site.
How do I control preference cookies?
These cookies are set as a direct result of your choice, and function solely as indicators of what that choice was. It is not believed to pose any risk to your privacy. However, you can always use your browser settings to control whether or not our site can set cookies on your computer.
Please be aware that cookies are critical to the working of the site. If you choose to disable cookies from this site the functionality of the site will be greatly reduced.
Analytics Cookies
In order to monitor how this and related websites are performing, data is collected about page visits. This information is completely anonymous — it cannot be determined who it came from. When this data is used, numbers of visitors are analysed overall rather than individual visits.
Analytics information is used in reports and to improve the website. For example, analytics data has been used to add, remove or change features of the site based on how popular they are with users.
2) Dissemination of Personal Data
Control Over Third-Party Cookies: Many cookies on our site are deployed by third parties and are outside our direct control. We encourage you to review the privacy and cookie policies of these third parties to understand their cookie usage and data collection practices. You can also block all third-party cookies through your browser settings. Ensure you refresh your page or navigate to a new page on our site after disabling cookies to effectively remove them.
3) Employment of Pixel Tags
Web Beacons and Tracking Technologies
Web beacons, also known as clear GIFs or pixel tags, are used across our websites to monitor user interaction and optimize our online presence. These technologies are embedded in emails and websites to track engagement anonymously. You can always opt out of our newsletters by following the unsubscribe link provided in each email.
4) Managing and Disabling Cookies Effectively
While most browsers automatically accept cookies, you can alter your settings to prevent this. If you choose to block certain cookies, be aware that it might affect our site’s functionality. Browser-specific instructions can typically be found in the help menu.
5) Additional Information
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookies Policy, please contact us via email.