This Cookie Policy is here to give you a clear picture of what cookies are, the types of cookies, which cookies we use, and how you can manage cookies in your web browser.

By continuing to browse the site, you are agreeing to our use of cookies.


1. What is a cookie and how does it work?

A cookie is a tiny piece of data that websites store on your computer, smartphone, or other devices when you visit them. They are a virtual note that helps the website remember you and your preferences such as your login details, language settings, and items in a shopping cart.

Further details: What are Cookies? - Mozilla


2. What are the different types of cookies?

There are mainly two types of cookies:

  1. Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that exist only while you're using a website. They are deleted as soon as you close your browser.
  2. Persistent Cookies: These cookies stay on your device for a longer period. They are used to remember you and your preferences even after you leave a website.

Cookies can also be categorized based on their purpose, such as essential cookies (necessary for basic website functionality), analytical cookies (for tracking and analyzing website usage), and marketing cookies (used for advertising and personalized content).

Further details: Types of Cookies - All About Cookies


3. Cookies we use:

You can find more information about the individual cookies we use and the purposes for which we use them in the table below:

Moodle ( VLE platform )
Cookie name Type Expires Information about the cookie
MoodleSession Session / essential At the end of the browser session. You must allow this cookie into your browser to provide continuity and maintain your login from page to page.
MOODLEID Persistant / functional

30 days

 It remembers your username within the browser. This means when you return to this site the username field on the login page will be already filled out for you. It is safe to refuse this cookie - you will just have to retype your username every time you log in.
Google Analytics ( Usage and performance )
Cookie name Type Expires Information about the cookie
_ga Persistant / analytical 2 years This cookie is associated with Google Analytics and is used to distinguish unique users. It is included in each page request in a site and used to calculate visitor, session and campaign data for the site's analytics reports. The main purpose of this cookie is analytics and performance enhancement of the website.
_ga_# Persistant / analytical 2 years Used by Google Analytics to collect data on the number of times a user has visited the website as well as dates for the first and most recent visit.
HotJar ( Feedback and usability )
Cookie name Type Expires Information about the cookie
_hj... Session and persistant / analytical 100ms to persistant HotJar relies on a range of cookies for its functionality. For full details of their cookies and how to disable them, should you wish, please see the HotJar website.


4. How to manage cookies in your browser

You have the power to control cookies in your web browser:


Google Chrome

  1. Click on the three dots (menu) in the top-right corner.
  2. Select "Settings."
  3. Scroll down and click "Privacy and Security."
  4. Under "Cookies and other site data," choose your preferred settings.

Further details: Manage Cookies in Google Chrome - Google


Apple Safari

  1. Click "Safari" in the top-left corner (on a Mac) or "Settings" (on an iOS device).
  2. - Choose "Preferences" or "Safari."
  3. Click "Privacy" and manage your cookie settings.

Further details: Manage Cookies in Apple Safari - Apple


Microsoft Edge

  1. Click on the three dots (menu) in the top-right corner.
  2. Select "Settings."
  3. Scroll down and click "Privacy, search, and services."
  4. Under "Cookies and site permissions," adjust your settings.

Further details: Manage Cookies in Microsoft Edge - Microsoft


Mozilla Firefox

  1. Click the menu button (three horizontal lines) in the top-right corner.
  2. Select "Options."
  3. Go to the "Privacy & Security" tab.
  4. Under "Cookies and Site Data," choose your preferences.

Further details: Manage Cookies in Mozilla Firefox - Mozilla

You can decide how cookies are used while you browse the internet. Feel free to adjust your settings to suit your preferences.