Cookies and Their Functionality on Our Site

Purpose and Use of Cookies: Our website uses cookies to enhance functionality and user experience. They help us understand user behavior, which in turn allows us to tailor content and improve site navigation. We emphasize that our cookies are intended to make our site more user-friendly and are primarily used for analytical purposes without storing personal information.

Currently, there are four types of cookies that may be generated as you browse our site: session cookies, preference cookies, analytics cookies and third party cookies.

Session Cookies

As you move through the site, various pieces of information need to be stored in order for the site to function properly. For example, if you add a course to favourites, this course will be remembered so that you can access them later. If you log in, it will be remembered which account you logged in with.

This information is stored in a database and is referred to as a session. One cookie is set to keep track of which session you are using. Old session data is automatically deleted from the database multiple times a day, so this information is not stored long-term.

In addition to the session cookie, a cookie is set to check if cookies can be set on your computer. This is done for diagnostic purposes when you use forms on the website. This information is used to help solve any problems you may have encountered.

How do I control session cookies?

You can use your browser settings to control whether or not the site sets session cookies. More information on your browser settings is provided at the bottom of this page.

Please be aware that cookies are critical to the working of the site. If you choose to disable cookies from this site the functionality of the site will be greatly reduced.

Preference Cookies

Currently a preference cookie is set when you click OK on the cookies acceptance banner displayed on the site.

How do I control preference cookies?

These cookies are set as a direct result of your choice, and function solely as indicators of what that choice was. It is not believed to pose any risk to your privacy. However, you can always use your browser settings to control whether or not our site can set cookies on your computer.

Please be aware that cookies are critical to the working of the site. If you choose to disable cookies from this site the functionality of the site will be greatly reduced.

Analytics Cookies

In order to monitor how this and related websites are performing, data is collected about page visits. This information is completely anonymous — it cannot be determined who it came from. When this data is used, numbers of visitors are analysed overall rather than individual visits.

Analytics information is used in reports and to improve the website. For example, analytics data has been used to add, remove or change features of the site based on how popular they are with users.

Cookies and local storage devices provide the functionality that our members enjoy. For example: accessing our learning content or showing you which friends are online. We also use them to help provide experiences, such as links to other social networking sites, social media add-ons and video content. This makes it easy to share content between and your other favourite social networks. In some cases, the features of the site you visit may allow a third party to insert cookies or local storage devices into your device. The third party that introduces cookies on your device is responsible for how they process your data. recommends that you read their privacy policies.

In addition, certain third party advertising networks, allow users to opt out of or customize preferences associated with your internet browsing.

Utilization of Web Beacons in Online Systems

Our online systems may deploy web beacons—also known as clear GIFs—to monitor visitor activities and gather analytics. This helps us, along with our third-party affiliates, to better understand and serve our user base.

You can set your device to either accept all cookies, alert you when cookies are sent, or not to accept cookies at all. Opting out of cookies may impair your ability to fully enjoy our website and prevent personalized services. Check the 'Help' menu of your browser to learn how to adjust your cookie settings, as each browser is different.

Inquiries on Cookie Usage

If you have questions or need further clarification on how we use cookies, please feel free to reach out to us for assistance.