Terms and Conditions
Centre for Business and Information Technology Limited is registered in England under registration number 11729690, and the VAT registration number is 404816609. Our registered office is 124 City Road, London, England, EC1V 2NX, United Kingdom.
In these terms and conditions, the term "we" refers to the Centre for Business and Information Technology Limited, and the terms "our" and "us" have the same meaning. The term "you" pertains to the customer, and "your" shall have the corresponding meaning.
We recommend that you print and retain a copy of these Conditions, as well as any correspondence or documentation you receive from us in relation to these Conditions.
1. Definitions
In this Agreement:
a)"Content" means any content, in any form, published on Our Website by us or any third party with our consent.
b)“Programme” means a Programme(s) identified in an Order or any other Programme(s) that may be mutually agreed upon in writing by both parties and consists of associated learning guides, support services, tuition, and access to online learning materials and other services in respect of the delivery of the Programme(s).
c)"Programme Fees" means the amount payable by you for the Programme(s).
d)"Registration" refers to your official registration with us, typically the day the order is placed.
e)"Student(s)" means a single user of our online Learning Platform with a unique username protected by a user-defined password who purchases a Programme with us.
f)"Materials" means items associated with the Programme either issued at the commencement of the Programme or at a later stage.
g)"Online Access" means access to the online Learning Platform and online learning or Programme materials.
h)"Order" refers to a request made by you to us to purchase a Programme.
i)"Tutor Support" means the tuition relating to the Programme and is provided by tutors appointed by us.
j)"Enrolment" means your enrolment in a Programme.
k)"Enrolment Date" means the date on which we confirm your enrolment, or such other date as determined by us.
l)"Intellectual Property Rights" means patents, rights to inventions, copyright and related rights, trademarks, business names and domain names, rights in get-up, goodwill and the right to sue for passing off, rights in designs, database rights, rights to use, and protect the confidentiality of, confidential information – including know-how, and all other intellectual property rights, in each case whether registered or unregistered and including all applications and rights to apply for and be granted, renewals or extensions of, and rights to claim priority from, such rights and all similar or equivalent rights or forms of protection which subsist or will exist now or in the future in any part of the world.
m)"Learning Platform" refers to an online gateway that provides access to Programmes, resources, and other learning materials, facilitating online learning.
n)"Our Website" refers to any website owned or operated by us, including all web pages under our control.
o)"Post" means display, exhibit, publish, distribute, transmit and or disclose information, content and/or other material on Our Website, and the phrases "Posted" and "Posting" shall be interpreted accordingly.
p)“Deposit Payment” refers to the deposit amount communicated to you before you purchase the Programme(s).
q)"Payment Plan" refers to any agreed-upon payment arrangement between you and us, whereby the cost of a Programme is paid in instalments rather than a single upfront payment.
r)“Support Period” is the duration during which we provide you with support related to the Programme(s) as advertised. This includes access to online Programme materials, support services, and assessment marking.
s)“Tutor Support” refers to the tuition related to the Programme(s) and is provided by tutors appointed by us.
t)"Terms" means the Terms and Conditions set out in this document.
2. Acceptance
This agreement outlines the specific terms for students enrolled in our Programmes, along with general terms applicable to all students. These Terms and Conditions represent the entire agreement between the parties and replace any previous agreements or understandings. By entering into this agreement, each party acknowledges that they do not rely on any representations, statements, promises, assurances, warranties, information, documents, or other terms that are not part of this agreement.
If you have any questions or are unsure about any part of this agreement or your rights under it, please feel free to reach out for assistance. To ensure your inquiry is addressed quickly, we recommend contacting the admissions department.
Please do not access or use this site if you do not agree to the terms and conditions. Apart from Consumer Contracts 2013 (Information, Cancellation, and Additional Charges Regulations) or other legislation, no other representation can be made. By using this site, you are agreeing to the terms outlined here. We encourage you to take a moment to read the terms and conditions carefully before proceeding with any transactions.
By registering with us, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old and legally capable of entering into binding contracts. You also assure us that the information you provided in the enrolment form is accurate, current, and complete. If any of your information changes in the future, you agree to update it accordingly. Please note that if we find your provided information to be inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, your account may be suspended or terminated.
You are fully responsible for any activities conducted using your account details and password. Therefore, you must keep your password confidential at all times. If you lose your password or account details, or if you suspect that a third party may have access to your password or account details, you must notify us immediately.
We reserve the right to:
1.We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Learning Portal and/or discontinue providing the Services if you breach these Terms.
2.We reserve the right to modify, delete, or change any content on the Brochure or Website at any time, as well as to terminate or cancel orders. However, we will not charge you for any orders we cancel for reasons not related to your fault.
3. Accreditation and Recognition
You acknowledge that our business Programmes, which include Business Management, Leadership and Management, Human Resource Management (HRM), Marketing, Coaching and Mentoring, Project Management, Public Administration, and Accounting and Finance, are officially recognised by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) and adhere to CMI's professional standards framework. Furthermore, you understand that our IT Programmes do not possess any form of accreditation or formal recognition. You further understand that some of our selected IT Programmes hold BCS Tech 10 Accreditation from BCS – The Chartered Institute for IT.
You agree to accept that our programmes are not regulated, and we do not take responsibility for their approval or recognition, both within the UK and internationally. This includes acceptance by universities for admission, embassies, employers, or government agencies for immigration purposes. If you decide to enrol in any of our programmes, it is your responsibility to verify their acceptance or approval. Neither we nor the organisations offering our programmes accept any liability for their approval, whether in the UK or elsewhere.
4. Eligibility Criteria
You agree that each Programme has specific entry requirements, which are clearly outlined on the website under the Programme details. You understand that you must meet these entry requirements to be eligible for the Programme you wish to enrol in. Before making any payment, you must self-declare that you meet the Programme's entry requirements and are eligible to enrol.
Additionally, a member of our admissions team may reach out to you via email or phone to ask questions regarding your eligibility. If we find your answers satisfactory, we may consider this as your self-declaration of meeting the eligibility criteria.
You must upload your CV to the dashboard and confirm your identity through our identity service provider partner or upload your ID to your account Dashboard. Your registration will be completed only after we verify your identity and ensure you meet the eligibility criteria.
Please note that if we discover any inaccuracies in the information you provided at any time during your studies, we will revoke your enrollment and registration without any possibility of a refund.
5. Enrolment
By accepting this agreement, you confirm that your English language skills are sufficient to complete the Programme. A confirmation email will be sent to you once we complete your enrolment. If you have any questions about your enrolment status, please don't hesitate to contact the admissions department.
If you have a sponsor for your fees, have not met the entry requirements, or have not completed your payment, you will receive an email outlining the conditions that must be met. Your enrolment will not be processed until you fulfill the conditions stated in the email. If you choose the instalment payment plan, you are required to make an initial deposit of at least 20%. This requirement may be waived if you arrange an alternative payment agreement with your admissions advisor.
6. Price and Payment
a)The price you pay for the Programme(s) you order is clearly stated on our website and in the order confirmation.
b)Payment must be made in advance using one of the following methods: credit card, debit card, bank transfer, or PayPal, before we grant you access to the Programme(s) and the Learning Portal. We accept Visa, Visa Debit, MasterCard, and American Express. If you have entered into a Payment Plan with us, a minimum deposit of 20% is required before we provide access to the Learning Portal.
c)Prices may change anytime, but these changes will not affect any orders we have confirmed in writing.
d)If the price has increased from what was posted on our website, we will not grant you access to the Programme(s) and the Learning Portal until you confirm your agreement to purchase at the new price.
e)Prices include UK value-added tax (VAT).
f)We will cover any bank charges incurred by the receiving bank on payments to us. You will be responsible for any other charges related to payments made in a currency other than pounds Sterling (£).
g)Any information we provide about exchange rates is approximate and may vary from time to time.
h)If we have mistakenly underpriced any Programme(s), we will not be liable to supply them at that price as long as we notify you before dispatching them.
i)If we owe you money for any reason, we will credit or refund you as soon as reasonably practicable but no later than fourteen (14) days from when we acknowledge that repayment is due.
j)For Programme(s) purchased with a payment plan, full payment must be made before we publish the final results.
k)If you have entered into a Payment Plan with us and defaulted on it, the following provisions will apply:
1.We will charge a £30 fee for each missed instalment.
2.If the default is not remedied within fourteen (14) days, your access to the online learning portal will be suspended.
3.If the default is not resolved, we reserve the right to terminate this agreement by providing you with written notice. You are required to pay all outstanding amounts (up to and including the date of the default) within thirty (30) days of receiving this notification.
4.If the default is not resolved, we may initiate legal action against you and/or your sponsor for any outstanding fees, and we may refer the issue to a third-party debt recovery agency.
5.If the default is not resolved, we will not publish any results or make any certification claims.
6.If the default is not resolved, your assignment submission will not be accepted and will be marked as a non-submission. You must pay both late payment charges and resubmission fees to resolve these issues.
7.If you have a payment dispute, please get in touch with support@cbitorg.co.uk promptly and provide all relevant details related to your dispute.
8.Unless stated otherwise in these Terms and Conditions or in any product or service listing, Programme Fees include all Programme Materials.
l)Upon termination of this agreement for any reason:
1.You must pay all outstanding invoices immediately. For any Programme(s) supplied without an invoice, we shall issue one, which will be payable by you immediately upon receipt.
2.You must return all Programme(s) Materials that have not been fully paid for.
3.Clauses that explicitly or implicitly survive termination will continue to be in full effect.
7. Payment Plan
By opting for a payment plan, you acknowledge and accept the requirement of an initial deposit of at least 20% of the total amount due, including all applicable taxes. Subsequently, the remaining balance will be billed to your credit or debit card or deducted directly from your financial institution every month or as agreed otherwise. You also have the option to prepay the outstanding balance at any time, which we encourage for your convenience.
By selecting the payment plan, you grant us the authorisation to charge your credit or debit card or withdraw from your financial institution for all invoiced Programmes. You must confirm that you possess the legal authority to authorise these payments from the specified account.
Please be aware that we are not liable for any erroneous billing statements or charges. If a billing issue arises, our responsibility is limited to correcting the error once it is identified. We reserve the right to terminate this payment option and/or your programme enrolment upon written notification. Access to programme(s) may be restricted, and account privileges may be suspended if payments are not received by the designated due date or if any authorised charge is declined for any reason. Payments will be processed on the scheduled instalment dates or, if necessary, on the next business day.
This authorisation will remain effective until we receive your written notification to terminate it, allowing us and your financial institution sufficient time to process the request. If any account or credit/debit card numbers provided change, this authorisation will automatically apply to the new account number(s). All refunds or exchanges will be handled strictly in accordance with our standard refund policies, and we reserve the right to impose a processing fee for any declined charges.
We utilise Stripe as our secure payment processing provider, which means we do not store any of your sensitive payment information. This ensures that your data always remains secure and confidential. Although the payment page may display branding similar to our website, we do not control its functionality.
8. Programme Changes, Deferrals, Duration, Extension & Shipping
You agree that you cannot change your Programme once enrolment has been completed and accessed to the Learning Portal. You understand that you must pay a £200 administrative and re-registration fee unless there are fully evidenced extenuating circumstances if you need to change your enrollment, such as switching the Programme or modes of study.
You understand that "Programme Expiry" refers to the 'Support Period' available for each Programme, beginning from your enrollment date. You are expected to complete your Programme within this specified timeframe. If you need extra time, please inform your admissions advisor during enrollment. The support duration for the Programme is outlined as follows:
a)Award Programmes: 6 months
b)Certificate Programmes: 12 months
c)Diploma Programmes: 14 months
d)Extended Diploma Programmes: 24 months
If you exceed the maximum Programme duration without prior approval, for additional time, you must request a Programme extension in writing within 14 days after the Programme expiration date. If your request is approved, a Programme extension fee will be applied. The applicable Programme extension fees are:
a)Award Programmes: £150 + 20% VAT for 3 months, and £250 + 20% VAT for 6 months
b)Certificate Programmes: £250 + 20% VAT for 6 months, and £350 + 20% VAT for 12 months
c)Diploma Programmes: £300 + 20% VAT for 6 months and £500 + 20% VAT for 12 months
d)Extended Diploma Programmes: £300 + 20% VAT for 6 months and £500 + 20% VAT for 12 months
Furthermore, you agree to accept that you are responsible for shipping costs for your certificate and transcript, which are £10.00 for delivery within the UK and £50.00 for delivery outside the UK.
9. Learning Platform
You understand that once you are accepted to the Programme you enrolled for, you will receive a password that grants you access to your Learning Portal for the duration of your Programme. This Learning Portal contains various resources, including learning materials, assignment briefs, policies and procedures, assignment writing guidelines etc. You agree to accept that we cannot email the learning resources in any form, such as PDF, PPT, etc., other than making them available in the Learning Platform. Additionally, you understand that we may implement drip content settings. This means you will not have access to all learning materials for each module at the same time; instead, access to the modules will be granted one by one.
10. Access to Books and Journals
You understand that we provide learning materials developed by qualified and approved subject matter expert tutors. To succeed in the Programme, you must engage in additional research and reading to meet the learning outcomes. This may involve accessing various books and journal articles at your own expense from external sources, such as libraries or online platforms, when necessary for your studies. If you are enrolled in a CMI-recognised Programme, you will receive access to the CMI Management Direct portal, which offers numerous eBooks, journals, videos, and other resources.
11. Total Programme Time (TPT)
Total Programme Time (TPT) refers to the minimum amount of time a student needs to complete their Programme. It includes designated guided learning (GL) hours, along with all additional time spent on preparation, study, research, and other forms of educational participation. When calculating TPT, we take into account similar Programmes to ensure they meet both quality standards and requirements.
12. Delivery Methods
You understand that our programs are offered online through the CBIT Learning Platform. You agree to fully engage in your studies at a pace that suits your personal needs and preferences while also being aware of the programme's expiry date. Additionally, you acknowledge that our programmes are available through our partner centres. If you would like to learn more about these centres, please feel free to contact us. You understand and agree that we collaborate with third-party organisation(s) to provide practical experience or training for the selected modules in our IT programmes.
13. Assessment
You agree to adhere to our strict Assessment Policies, which include both formative and summative assessment procedures. Feedback from formative and summative assessments is crucial to the overall assessment process. You must read and understand the Assessment Policies and Procedures available in your Learning Portal.
After the first submission, you will have two additional opportunities to resubmit your assessments. If you are unsuccessful after all three attempts for any assessment, you will not be given any further chances to submit the failed assignment. Any elements submitted during your second or third attempt will be capped at the passing mark. You must familiarise yourself with the terms outlined in the assessment and feedback policies.
14. Cancellation and Refunds
The following information applies if you are purchasing as a consumer, as defined by the Consumer Contracts (Information, Cancellation and Additional Charges) Regulations 2013 (the “Regulations”). Provided the Regulations apply to the transaction concerned, the following terms apply to the contract.
a)We inform you that information related to all aspects of our Programme(s) is not included in this document but can be found in our marketing materials, whether available on our website or in hard copy.
b)The following rules apply to the cancellation of your order:
1.You have ordered Programme(s) but have not received confirmation of your order/enrolment or login access to your Learning Portal. In that case, you may cancel your order at any time within fourteen (14) days of placing it without providing a reason. You will have no obligations, and we will refund your money.
2.You have ordered Programme(s) and received confirmation of your order/enrolment and your Learning Portal login access. In that case, you have the right to cancel your order within fourteen (14) days from the date you received it. You can cancel your order without needing to provide a reason. A refund will be calculated and offered, provided that all necessary conditions have been met.
3.We will return your money subject to the following conditions:
3.1You have not accessed your Programme(s) at your online Learning Portal.
3.2You comply with our procedure for returns and refunds.
4.The option to cancel your order is not available if:
4.1You have accessed your Programme(s) at your Learning Portal.
4.2The fourteen (14) day cancellation period has passed.
5.If you have made a partial payment under a Payment Plan and wish to cancel your order after accessing your Programme(s) in your online Learning Portal or after the fourteen-day cooling-off period has expired:
5.1You will not be entitled to a refund of any fees paid up to that date.
5.2All outstanding fees you owe us, up to the point of cancellation, must be paid.
5.3A cancellation fee of £50 will apply.
c)Request for a refund can only be considered if we receive a correctly completed form, which is available upon request.
d)You accept that you provide express consent to waive off your 14-day cooling-off period and acknowledge that you will lose the right to cancel the contract under regulation 29(1) if you access your Programme(s) at your Learning Portal within 14 days of the order/enrolment confirmation.
e)All refund requests should be sent to admission@cbitorg.co.uk.
15. Foreign Taxes and Duties
a)If you are located outside the UK, we cannot provide information about or take responsibility for the laws in your country.
b)You are responsible for ensuring that you can legally purchase Programmes and for paying any applicable import duties and taxes that may be imposed in your country.
16. Service Interruptions
We may need to temporarily suspend your access to the Programme in order to conduct maintenance or emergency services, whether scheduled or unscheduled. You acknowledge that your access to the Programme and/or website may be affected by unanticipated downtime for any reason. However, we shall not be liable for any damages or losses incurred as a result of such downtime.
17. Tutor Support
You acknowledge that our programmes are delivered online. Additionally, you understand that all tutoring requests and inquiries regarding tutor support must be submitted through the Support Desk team to ensure an efficient process. You have the right to schedule meetings with tutors at your convenience, depending on their availability. Tutoring requests and support-related inquiries may include guidance, assessment feedback, procedural guidelines, and other relevant matters. You should expect to receive a response to inquiries regarding guidance and assistance within one to three working days. However, if your support request pertains to assessment feedback, you will receive a response along with the feedback within the time frame specified in the Assessment Feedback Policy.
18. Resubmission
You acknowledge and accept the following conditions regarding resubmissions:
You are allowed two opportunities for resubmission if you receive a referral or fail a unit.
a)Any elements submitted during the second or third attempts will be capped at the passing grade.
b)A fee of £35.00 plus 20% VAT will be charged for the initial resubmission of a unit. Any subsequent resubmissions of the same unit will incur a fee of £70.00 plus 20% VAT.
c)Formative feedback will be provided only once; however, you may choose to receive additional formative feedback before the final submission of your assignments for a fee of £20.00 plus 20% VAT.
d)In the event of a referral or failure, the marking sheet, which includes detailed feedback, will be provided to help you identify the errors and discrepancies in your work.
19. System Requirements
You acknowledge that the Learning Portal and associated Programme Materials can be only accessed using personal computers, laptops, and tablets. However, to ensure an optimal user experience and to minimise technical difficulties, it is advisable to utilise a laptop or personal computer. You are also advised that the programme materials may not load correctly on tablets or similar devices.
You also understand that to access the Online Learning Portal and the Programme Learning Materials, you must have a stable internet connection. You acknowledge and understand that without a reliable internet connection, you will not be able to access the Learning Portal or the Programme Learning Materials. Furthermore, you understand that we are unable to provide Programme Learning Materials or any other resources through email, printed copies, or any other format or medium.
20. Privacy Policy
Our privacy policy fully complies with current UK law, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). You can review our Privacy Policy at https://cbitorg.co.uk/privacy-policy.
If you notice any security breaches, unauthorised use of your account, or unauthorised disclosure of personal data, please notify us immediately. To report any breaches, contact us at support@cbitorg.co.uk.
21. Complaints Policy and Procedure
If you are unhappy with any part of your interactions with us, it is important that you express your concerns. You have the right to file a complaint and share your issues with our staff.
For any complaints, please send your communications to the following email address: support@cbitorg.co.uk.
For more information about our policies and procedures regarding complaints, please refer to our complaints policy document.
22. Force Majeure
For the purposes of these Terms and Conditions, a "Force Majeure Event" refers to any event that is beyond our reasonable control. This includes, but is not limited to, strikes, lockouts, or other industrial disputes, whether involving our workforce or that of any third party; failures of utility services or transport networks; acts of God; war; riots; civil disturbances; intentional damage; compliance with any laws, governmental orders, regulations, or directives; accidents; breakdowns of equipment; fires; floods; storms; or failures of suppliers or subcontractors.
We will not be held liable for any delays or failures in fulfilling our obligations under these Terms and Conditions that result from a Force Majeure Event. In the event that a Force Majeure hinders our ability to provide any product or service, we hereby reserve the right to terminate these Terms and Conditions immediately. This termination will be communicated to you in writing.
23. Intellectual Property
We grant you a personal, non-transferable, and non-exclusive right to use our materials, content, resources and software on any personal media device. However, you must not (and you must not allow any third party to) copy, modify, create derivative works from, reverse engineer, assemble, or attempt to discover any source code. Additionally, you must not sell, assign, sublicense, grant a security interest in, or otherwise transfer any rights in the materials, content, resources and software.
24. Modification & Variation
We may modify this Agreement at any time without prior notice to you. You agree that we have the right to make changes to this Agreement or any content within it. The terms and conditions that apply to you are those that are posted on our website on the day you use our website and complete your enrolment in a Programme with us. We advise that you print a copy for your records.
25. Liability for Defects
a)Prior to reporting a defect, fault, or technical issue pertaining to our Programmes, we kindly request that you thoroughly review the provided instructions and guidelines to ensure that you have adhered to the correct procedures.
b)It is essential to verify the stated technical requirements on our website for our Programmes before submitting an order. The failure to do so shall not be deemed a defect, fault, or technical issue.
c)Upon confirmation of a defect, fault, or technical issue, we shall promptly communicate this information to the relevant party for rectification without unnecessary delay.
d)In the event that any defect, fault, or technical issue is identified, we shall:
1.Ensure rectification where applicable.
2.Provide the necessary information to the relevant party for rectification where applicable.
e)Although we make reasonable efforts to ensure the accuracy of the Programme Learning Materials, we do not represent, warrant, or guarantee that the Programme Materials will be entirely free of errors.
f)You hereby acknowledge and agree that, due to the rapidly evolving nature of information technology, the Programme Learning Materials may become outdated or inaccurate at any given time.
g)To eliminate any ambiguity, we shall not issue refunds for Programme Fees on the basis that the Programme Learning Materials are not free of errors, accurate, or current.
h)We accept no responsibility or liability for your inability to access the Online Learning System or Learning Portal due to circumstances beyond our control, including, but not limited to, the speed of your modem or other connection devices, your use of third-party security software or firewall/proxy servers, or the performance of your internet service provider.
i)To access the Online Learning Portal and the Programme Learning Materials, you must have a stable internet connection. You acknowledge and understand that without a reliable internet connection, you will not be able to access the Learning Portal or the Programme Learning Materials. Furthermore, you understand that we are unable to provide Programme Learning Materials or any other resources through email, printed copies, or any other format or medium.
j)We may employ drip content settings to make the Programme Learning Materials for each module available sequentially, thereby preventing access to all Programme Learning Materials for every module simultaneously.
k)We shall make reasonable efforts to ensure that, while you are enrolled in a Programme, the Programme Learning Materials will be accessible to you through the Online Learning Portal without interruption, except in cases of:
1.Unavailability due to our scheduled maintenance of the Online Learning Portal; or
2.Circumstances outside of our control.
26. Limitation of Liability
You acknowledge that your use of the website is at your own risk. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we, along with our subsidiaries, parents, affiliates, officers, directors, licensors, employees, suppliers, distributors, resellers, agents, owners, or operators, disclaim all warranties, express or implied, related to the website and your use of it.
Unless explicitly stated otherwise in this Agreement, neither we nor our subsidiaries, parent companies, affiliates, officers, directors, licensors, employees, suppliers, distributors, resellers, agents, owners, or operators will be liable for any consequential, indirect, or special damages of any kind that arise from or relate to the performance or non-performance of this Agreement. Additionally, nothing in this Agreement limits or excludes either party's liability for death or personal injury resulting from negligence.
We do not make any warranties or representations regarding the accuracy or completeness of the website’s content or the content of any sites linked to this site. We also assume no liability or responsibility for:
a)Errors, mistakes, or inaccuracies in the content,
b)Personal injury or property damage of any kind arising from your access to and use of the website,
c)Any unauthorized access to or use of our secure servers and any personal information stored therein,
d)Any interruption or cessation of transmission to or from the website,
e)Any bugs, viruses, trojan horses, or similar malicious software that may be transmitted to or through our website by any third party, or
f)Any omissions or errors in any content, as well as any losses or damages incurred as a result of using any content posted, emailed, transmitted, or otherwise made available through the website.
We do not warrant, guarantee, endorse, or assume responsibility for any hyperlinked website or other promotions. We will not be involved in or responsible for monitoring any transactions between you and third-party providers of Programmes.
No information or advice, whether written or oral, obtained from us or through our services shall create any warranty that is not expressly stated in these terms of use. As with any purchase of a product or service, you should use your best judgment and exercise caution where appropriate.
27. Plagiarism
Academic dishonesty refers to any attempt by a student to gain an unfair advantage, such as obtaining extra marks for themselves or for others through unauthorised means. Examples of academic dishonesty include collusion, deceit, plagiarism, and cheating on examinations. By enrolling with us, you agree to abide by our Plagiarism and Assessment Malpractice Policy, available in the Learning Portal.
28. Termination
We may terminate the Agreement outlined in these Terms under the following circumstances:
a)If you are in material breach (including non-payment) of any provision of these Terms that is not remediable, or if it is remediable but not addressed within thirty (30) days after we notify you of the breach. In such cases, we can suspend the provision of Services to you and restrict your Online Access until the breach is resolved, without any liability on our part.
b)If it seems that you are unable to pay your debts.
c)If you perform any unauthorised acts regarding the Programmes that infringe on our Intellectual Property Rights.
If the Agreement is terminated as specified above, you must:
a)Return all Materials and Software to us.
b)Destroy all copies of the Software, including any Software stored on your computer hard drives.
c)Cease using the Services and Online Access immediately.
29. Jurisdiction and Litigation
This Agreement is made subject to the laws of England. You hereby agree that any disputes arising from the terms of this Agreement will fall under the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England. Our terms and conditions are subject to periodic updates. We strongly encourage you to review our terms and conditions occasionally, as this will facilitate your awareness of any modifications and changes that may occur.