Last Updated: 01 December 2023
Welcome to World Education! This Privacy Policy outlines how World Education, a registered company in Australia, collects, uses, maintains, and discloses information from users (“User”) of the www.worldeducation.au website (“Site”). By using the Site, you explicitly consent to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
1. Definitions and Interpretation
In this Policy, the following terms shall have the following meanings:
Account: An account required to access and/or use certain areas and features of the World Education site and the student portal (which may also be referred to as the Customer Portal).
Cookie: A small text file placed on a user’s computer or device by the World Education site when visiting certain parts of the site and/or using certain features.
Personal Data: Any and all data that relates to an identifiable person who can be directly or indirectly identified from that data.
World Education (We/Us/Our): Refers to World Education, a registered company in Australia.
User: Any individual using the World Education site, related site including the Student Portal and platform.
Privacy Policy: The policy governing the collection, use, maintenance, and disclosure of information collected from users of the World Education site.
Site: The World Education website (www.worldeducation.au).
Data Subject: A user whose personal data is being collected, stored, or processed.
Lead Generation Services: Services provided by World Education for generating potential leads.
Student Recruitment and Placement Services: Services provided by World Education for recruiting and placing students in educational courses.
GDPR: General Data Protection Regulation, the EU Regulation 2016/679, governing the protection of personal data.
The Australian Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) (the Privacy Act): The primary legislation governing privacy in Australia. It sets out the requirements for how personal information is collected, used, disclosed, and managed. The Privacy Act and the GDPR share many common requirements, including implementing a privacy by design approach to compliance, being able to demonstrate compliance with privacy principles and obligations, and adopting transparent information handling practices.
Data Retention: The period for which personal data collected will be retained.
EEA (European Economic Area): All EU member states, plus Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein.
Data Processor: Third-party entities contracted by World Education to process personal data on its behalf.
Data Controller: World Education, responsible for determining the purposes for which and the manner in which personal data is processed.
Business Transfer: The transfer of control of all or part of World Education’s business.
Consent: Permission granted by the user for specific data processing activities.
Data Portability: The right to obtain a copy of personal data to re-use with another service or organisation.
Automated Decision Making: The use of automated systems to make decisions without human intervention.
Profiling: The automated processing of personal data to evaluate certain aspects.
Cookie Law: Refers to relevant parts of the Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) Regulations 2003 and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).
Owned Ad Technologies: Technologies owned by World Education for providing personalised ads.
2. Information About Us
Our Site is operated by World Education Pty Ltd, located at Sydney, Australia.
3. What Does This Policy Cover?
This Privacy Policy applies only to your use of Our Site and Student Portal. Our Site may contain links to other websites. Please note that We have no control over how your data is collected, stored, or used by other websites.
4. Your Rights
As a User, you have rights under the applicable privacy laws, including:
The right to be informed about Our collection and use of personal data;
The right of access to the personal data We hold about you;
The right to rectification if any personal data We hold about you is inaccurate or incomplete;
The right to be forgotten – i.e., the right to ask Us to delete any personal data We hold about you;
The right to restrict the processing of your personal data;
The right to data portability;
The right to object to Us using your personal data for particular purposes; and
Rights with respect to automated decision-making and profiling.
5. What Data Do We Collect?
Depending upon your use of Our Site and Services, We may collect the following personal and non-personal data:
Name
Date of birth
Nationality
Contact information such as email addresses and telephone numbers
IP address
Web browser type and version
Education interests such as subject area and study level
Education background and qualifications
Information that may be required to apply to study at Institutions
Information that may be required to apply for a study visa
Financial information, including billing and payment details, bank account details, tax file number.
Please also refer to Our use of Cookies section for information on cookie usage.
6. How Do We Use Your Data?
We collect and use your personal data for the following purposes:
Providing and managing your Account;
Providing and managing your access to Our Site and Student Portal;
Personalising and tailoring your experience on Our Site and Student Portal;
Supplying Our services to you, including Lead Generation and Student Recruitment and Placement Services;
Replying to emails from you;
Providing your contact information to a course delivery provider that you have enquired about.
Supplying you with emails that you have opted into;
Personalising advertisements to you.
For detailed information on data retention, please refer to the “How and Where Do We Store Your Data?” section.
7. How and Where Do We Store Your Data?
We store your personal data securely for no longer than necessary. Some data may be stored outside Australia or the European Economic Area (EEA). We take steps to ensure data security and compliance with privacy regulations.
8. Do We Share Your Data?
We may share your personal data in the following circumstances:
With your consent for Lead Generation or Student Recruitment and Placement Services;
With course providers when you request more information, subject to your consent;
With third-party service providers for services like email marketing, subject to your consent;
In compliance with legal obligations, court orders, or governmental authorities.
Please refer to the “What Happens If Our Business Changes Hands?” section for details on business changes.
9. What Happens If Our Business Changes Hands?
In the event of a business transfer, any personal data relevant to the transferred part will be transferred with the business. You will not be contacted in advance.
10. How Can You Control Your Data?
You can control your data by:
Adjusting your data usage preferences during registration;
Withdrawing consent at any time for using your personal data;
Choosing to delete Cookies or adjusting browser settings.
11. Your Right to Withhold Information
You may access Our Site without providing data, but certain features may require data submission.
12. How Can You Access Your Data?
You have the right to request a copy of your personal data. Contact Us for details.
13. Our Use of Cookies
Our Site uses Cookies to enhance your experience. Refer to the “Our Use of Cookies” section for detailed information.
14. Contacting Us
If you have questions about Our Site or this Privacy Policy, contact Us at [email protected] or via the contact us information displayed on the Site. ALL communications should be addressed to the Privacy Officer.
15. Changes to Our Privacy Policy
We may change this Privacy Policy. Any changes will be posted on Our Site, and your continued use will indicate acceptance.
Thank you for choosing World Education!