What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Cookies allow websites to recognize your device and remember information about your visit, such as your preferred language or login status.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Remember your cookie consent preferences
- Keep you signed in (if we implement user accounts in future)
- Understand how you use our website
- Improve website performance and user experience
- Remember your form inputs when navigating between pages
Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like navigation and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Remembers your cookie consent choice | 365 days |
| session_id | Maintains your session across pages | Session (deleted when browser closes) |
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use on our pages.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| selected_service | Remembers your selected programme when filling enrollment form | 24 hours |
| nav_preference | Remembers your navigation menu preference (open/closed) | 30 days |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website and services.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique users for Google Analytics | 2 years |
| _gid | Distinguishes users for Google Analytics | 24 hours |
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies. Third parties include:
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site. Google Analytics sets cookies to help us analyze website traffic. The information generated about your use (including your IP address) is transmitted to and stored by Google.
For more information about Google Analytics cookies, visit: Google Analytics Cookie Usage
How to Control Cookies
Cookie Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner allowing you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. Your choice is saved and the banner won't appear again unless you clear your browser data.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- See what cookies are stored and delete them individually
- Block third-party cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Block all cookies
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Browser-Specific Instructions
To manage cookies in your specific browser:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly:
- You may need to re-enter information when navigating between pages
- Your cookie consent choice won't be remembered
- Your selected programme won't transfer to the enrollment form
- Some personalization features may not work
Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled as they are essential for the website to function.
Do Not Track
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you don't want to be tracked. Currently, there is no standard for how websites should respond to these signals. We do not currently respond to Do Not Track signals, but you can control cookies through your browser settings and our cookie banner.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for legal or regulatory reasons. Please check this page periodically for updates. The "Last updated" date indicates when the policy was last modified.
More Information
For more information about how we protect your privacy, please see our Privacy Policy and GDPR Compliance pages.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Address: 42 Kelvin Way, Glasgow G12 8QQ, United Kingdom
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