Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2025

Introduction

The IoC Skills Bootcamps programme, coordinated through the Institute of Coding and led by the University of Bath, is committed to protecting the privacy of all visitors to this website. This policy explains what personal data may be collected, how it is used and the rights individuals have regarding their information.

Data Controller

The data controller for information collected through this website is the University of Bath, acting as the lead partner of the Institute of Coding consortium. The University of Bath is registered with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) and processes personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

Information Collected

When visitors interact with this website, certain information may be collected automatically, including IP addresses, browser type, operating system, referring URLs and pages visited. This data is gathered through standard web server logs and analytics tools to help improve the website's performance and user experience.

Where visitors voluntarily submit personal information through contact forms or registration of interest, this may include name, email address and other relevant details. Such information is only collected with explicit consent and is used solely for the purposes described at the point of collection.

Use of Data

Personal data collected through this website is used for the following purposes: responding to enquiries, processing expressions of interest in bootcamp programmes, matching learners with appropriate courses, connecting employers with graduates and improving the website and its services.

Data may be shared with partner universities within the IoC consortium where necessary to fulfil a learner's application or an employer's engagement request. Data will not be sold to third parties or used for purposes unrelated to the Skills Bootcamps programme.

Cookies

This website uses cookies to enhance the browsing experience and gather anonymous usage statistics. Visitors can manage their cookie preferences through their browser settings or via the cookie consent notice displayed on the website. Essential cookies that are required for the website to function correctly cannot be disabled.

Data Retention

Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected. Contact form submissions and expressions of interest are typically retained for up to 24 months following the last interaction, after which they are securely deleted unless there is a legitimate reason for continued retention.

Individual Rights

Under the UK GDPR, individuals have rights regarding their personal data, including the right to access, rectify, erase or restrict the processing of their data. Requests can be submitted by contacting the programme team at [email protected].

Contact

For questions or concerns about data protection practices, individuals may contact the programme team or the University of Bath's Data Protection Officer. Complaints may also be directed to the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk.