Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 2025

Institution: Sattan Astoni College London Ltd

Website: https://sattanastoni.uk

Email: info@sattanastoni.uk

1. Introduction

Sattan Astoni College London (“we”, “our”, “the College”) is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data when you browse our website, contact us, apply for a programme, or use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

• Full name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Date of birth
• Country of residence
• Academic transcripts and qualifications
• English proficiency documents
• Passport or ID documents
• CV (for postgraduate applications)
• Payment details (for fee processing)
• Any documents submitted during admissions or enquiries

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent
• Cookies and tracking data (see Cookie Policy)

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from:

• Payment processors
• Partner institutions
• Verification agencies
• Online learning platforms

3. How We Use Your Information

We process personal data for the following purposes:

• Managing admissions and applications
• Verifying academic and identity documents
• Communicating with applicants and students
• Processing tuition fee payments
• Providing access to learning platforms and services
• Improving our website and user experience
• Compliance with legal and regulatory obligations

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data under one or more lawful bases:

• Consent – when you submit forms or request information
• Contract – to process your application or enrolment
• Legal obligation – compliance with UK laws and regulations
• Legitimate interest – improving our services and security

5. How We Store & Protect Your Data

We use secure servers, encryption technologies, and access controls to protect your data. We retain personal information only as long as necessary for admissions, study, compliance, or legal requirements.

6. Sharing Your Information

Your data may be shared with trusted third parties only when required:

• Accreditation or regulatory bodies
• Payment processors / banks
• Partner institutions
• Learning management systems (LMS/VLE)
• External auditors or legal authorities (when required)

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal data under any circumstances.

7. International Data Transfers

Where data is transferred outside the UK, we ensure it is protected under approved safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent protections.

8. Your Rights Under UK GDPR

You have the following rights:

• Right to access your personal data
• Right to rectification (correct inaccurate data)
• Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Right to withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact: info@sattanastoni.uk

9. Cookies & Tracking

Our website uses cookies to improve user experience, enhance security, and analyse traffic. For details, refer to our Cookie Policy.

10. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for:

• Admissions and academic administration
• Compliance with legal obligations
• Financial and audit requirements

11. Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to external sites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

12. Children’s Data

We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 16 unless required for an educational purpose and authorised by a parent/guardian.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, contact: