Privacy policy
Introduction
The HARP PhD Programme (“HARP”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit our website or interact with us.
Who we are
HARP is a doctoral training programme for health professionals delivered in partnership with academic and healthcare institutions in London.
For the purposes of data protection law, HARP acts as a data controller for personal data collected via this website.
What information we collect
We may collect and process the following data:
– Name
– Email address
– Professional details (e.g. job role, institution)
– Any information submitted via contact forms or applications
– IP address
– Browser type and version
– Pages visited and time spent on the site
– Device and usage data (via cookies or analytics tools)
How we use your information
We use your data to:
– Respond to enquiries
– Process applications or expressions of interest
– Provide information about the HARP programme
– Improve our website and user experience
– Ensure website security and performance
Legal basis for pocessing
We process your personal data under the following lawful bases:
– Consent (e.g. when you submit a form)
– Legitimate interests (e.g. improving our website and communications)
– Legal obligations (where applicable)
Cookies
Our website may use cookies to:
– Enable basic functionality
– Analyse website traffic
– Improve user experience
– You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.
Sharing your information
We do not sell your personal data. We may share your data with:
– Partner institutions involved in the HARP programme
– Service providers (e.g. website hosting, analytics)
– Legal or regulatory authorities where required
– All third parties are required to respect your data and process it securely.
Data storage and security
We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data against:
– Unauthorised access
– Loss or misuse
Your data is stored securely and retained only as long as necessary.
Your rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
– Access your personal data
– Correct inaccurate data
– Request deletion of your data
– Restrict or object to processing
– Withdraw consent at any time
– Lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
Third-party links
Our website contains links to external websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.
Contact us
If you have any questions about this privacy policy or your data, please contact:
HARP Programme Team: info@harpphd.org
City St George’s, University of London
Northampton Square, London EC1V 0HB