Privacy Policy

Introduction

Thames International University (“we,” “our,” “the University”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website, apply for admission, enroll in programs, or interact with us.

We process personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

A. Personal Identification Information

  • Full name

  • Date of birth

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Nationality

  • Passport or identification details

  • Residential address

B. Academic Information

  • Previous academic records

  • Certificates and transcripts

  • Professional experience

C. Financial Information

  • Payment details (processed securely via authorized payment gateways)

D. Technical Information

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • Cookies and usage data

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Process admissions applications

  • Verify identity and academic qualifications

  • Communicate regarding programs and services

  • Provide student portal access

  • Process tuition payments

  • Improve website functionality

  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

We do not sell your personal data to third parties.

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

We process your data based on:

  • Your consent

  • Contractual necessity (e.g., enrollment agreements)

  • Legal obligations

  • Legitimate institutional interests

Data Sharing

We may share data with:

  • Payment service providers

  • Accreditation or regulatory bodies

  • IT service providers

  • Legal authorities where required

All third parties are required to maintain confidentiality and data protection standards.

Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for:

  • Academic record maintenance

  • Legal compliance

  • Institutional requirements

Archived academic records may be retained longer for verification purposes.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data, including:

  • Secure HTTPS encryption

  • Access control systems

  • Data minimization practices

  • Secure hosting environments

While we strive to protect data, no digital system is completely secure.

Your Rights

Under applicable data protection laws, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction

  • Request deletion (where legally permissible)

  • Restrict processing

  • Withdraw consent

  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise your rights, contact us at:
📧 info@thethamesuniversity.fr

Cookies Policy

Our website uses cookies to improve user experience and analyze traffic.

You may control cookie preferences via your browser settings.

International Data Transfers

If you access our services from outside France, your information may be processed in jurisdictions that maintain adequate data protection standards.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The updated version will be posted on this page with the revised effective date.

Contact Information

The Thames International University
250 Bis Boulevard Saint-Germain, 75007 Paris, France
Email: info@thethamesuniversity.fr