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Terms of Service

Welcome to UniversityQualifications. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website and services. By accessing or using any part of the site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use our services.

1. Independent Service Provider

University Qualifications is an independent service provider and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or representative of any university, educational institution, or government body. We do not impersonate or claim to represent any university or institution. Our services are provided for informational and assistance purposes only. All university logos, names, and trademarks displayed on this website are the property of their respective owners and are used for identification purposes only.

2. Use of our Services

You may use our website and services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these terms. You agree not to use our website or services in any way that violates any applicable laws or regulations.

3. User Information

We may collect and use your personal information, such as your name and email address, to provide and improve our services. We may also share your information with third parties for the purpose of providing additional services to you, such as targeted advertising, in compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

4. Third-Party Services and Advertising

We may use third-party services, including Google AdSense, to display advertisements on our website and provide additional services to you. Our website may feature advertisements served by Google and other third-party advertising partners. These advertisements may be based on your browsing behavior and interests. By using our website and services, you agree to the terms and conditions of these third-party services, including Google's advertising policies. We do not control the content or targeting of these advertisements.

5. Disclaimers

Our website and services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, as to the operation of our website or the information, content, materials, or features included on our website.

6. Limitation of Liability

In no event shall UniversityQualifications, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be liable for any damages (including, without limitation, damages for loss of data or profit, or due to business interruption) arising out of the use or inability to use our website or services, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

7. Changes to these Terms

We reserve the right to make changes to these terms at any time. Your continued use of our website and services following any changes to these terms constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

8. Compliance with Laws

You agree to comply with all local, state, national, and international laws and regulations applicable to your use of our services. It is your responsibility to ensure that your use of our services aligns with all legal requirements in your jurisdiction.

9. Accuracy of Information

We strive to ensure that all information on our website is accurate and up-to-date. However, users are responsible for verifying the accuracy of information such as APS calculations and university requirements before submitting applications. We are not liable for any inaccuracies or for the reliance on any information provided on our website.

10. Application Services

Our application services are designed to assist you in the application process to various educational institutions. While we facilitate the preparation and submission of your applications, final checks and decisions rest with you, the user. You acknowledge that you are responsible for the final submission and accuracy of your application, including meeting any deadlines and application requirements set forth by the educational institutions.

11. User Conduct

You agree to provide truthful and accurate information when using our services for career planning and university applications. The misuse of our services through the submission of false or misleading information may result in the termination of your access to our services and possible legal action.

12. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the website and services at our discretion, without notice, if we believe you have violated these Terms or engaged in fraudulent, abusive, or unlawful activity.

13. Intellectual Property

The content, features, and functionality of our website and services, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, are the property of UniversityQualifications and are protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or use our content without express written permission from UniversityQualifications.

17. Copyright and Intellectual Property of Third Parties

University prospectus documents displayed on this website are public documents that are freely and widely available on the internet, provided by their respective universities and educational institutions for informational purposes. We display these documents for educational and reference purposes to assist students in accessing university information. All copyrights remain with the respective universities. The prospectus documents are provided for user convenience and reference only. We do not claim ownership of these documents, and we do not modify or alter the content of these documents. For the most current and official prospectus information, users should always refer to the respective university's official website.

If you are a copyright owner (including a university or educational institution) and believe your copyrighted material has been used on this website without proper authorization, please contact us immediately at [email protected] with the following information:

  • Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed
  • Identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing
  • Your contact information
  • A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use is not authorized

Upon receipt of a valid copyright infringement notice, we will promptly remove or disable access to the allegedly infringing material and take appropriate action in accordance with applicable copyright laws.

14. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless UniversityQualifications and its affiliates, officers, agents, employees, and partners from any claim or demand, including reasonable attorneys' fees, made by any third party due to or arising out of your use of our services, your violation of these terms, or your violation of any rights of another.

15. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of South Africa. Any disputes arising in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of South Africa.

16. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these terms or our website and services, please contact us at [email protected].