Oxford Institute of Culinary Science and Gastronomy

Introduction

At the Oxford Institute of Culinary Science and Gastronomy, we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of all personal information of our students, faculty, staff, applicants, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, how we protect it, and what your rights are.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Identity information (first name, last name, national ID or passport number)

  • Contact information (email address, phone number, postal address)

  • Educational information (academic records, grades, educational history)

  • Payment information (bank account or credit card details for tuition payments)

  • Website usage information (cookies, IP address, browsing history)

  • Any other information voluntarily provided by users through forms, emails, or other communications.

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • Registering students and managing academic processes

  • Providing educational and research services

  • Official communications with students, applicants, and stakeholders

  • Issuing certificates, diplomas, and academic reports

  • Improving our website and online services

  • Complying with legal and regulatory obligations

Information Sharing

We are committed to keeping your information confidential and only share it in the following cases:

  • With academic partners or international collaborating institutions (if necessary and with prior notice)

  • With legal or regulatory authorities when required by applicable laws

  • With trusted service providers (such as IT services, online payment processors, etc.) who are bound by confidentiality agreements.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or unlawful destruction.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal information and request a copy of it

  • Request correction or updating of inaccurate or incomplete data

  • Request deletion or restriction of processing, where applicable by law

  • Withdraw your consent for processing at any time (where processing is based on consent)

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies to enhance your user experience. Users can manage or disable cookies through their browser settings.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. The new version will be published on our website, and the date of the latest update will be stated at the beginning of the document.

Contact Us

For any questions, requests, or complaints regarding your privacy, please contact our support team:
Email: info@oxfordculinary.ac
Address: Oxford Institute of Culinary Science and Gastronomy, Oxford, United Kingdom.

Last Updated: 2025