Terms and Conditions

The purpose of this website is to provide users with general information regarding the UFS, the services and educational programmes it offers, and related matters.

The UFS grants the user a non-exclusive, non-transferable licence to use the website for personal, non-commercial purposes, subject to the terms and conditions set out herein.

The user may not modify, copy, distribute, transmit, display, perform, reproduce, publish, licence, create derivative works from, transfer, or sell any information, software, products or services obtained from the website without the prior written consent of the UFS.

The user agrees to use the website in a lawful manner and not to engage in any conduct that could damage, disable, overload, or impair the website or interfere with any other party's use and enjoyment of the website.

All Content on this website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of the UFS or its content suppliers and is protected by South African and international intellectual property laws.

The UFS name, logo, and crest are registered trademarks of the University of the Free State and may not be used without prior written authorisation.

Unauthorised use of any Content may violate copyright, trademark, and other applicable laws and could result in criminal or civil liability.

The user agrees to: provide accurate and current information where required; use the website in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations; not attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the website, its systems, or networks; not introduce viruses, trojans, worms, or other malicious code; not collect or harvest personal information of other users; and not use the website for any unlawful, fraudulent, or harmful purpose.

The user accepts responsibility for all activities that occur under their account or through their use of the website.

The UFS respects the privacy of its users and is committed to protecting personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA) and the Promotion of Access to Information Act 2 of 2000 (PAIA).

The UFS Privacy Statement and Personal Information Protection Policy govern the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information submitted through this website.

By using this website, the user consents to the collection, processing, and storage of personal information as described in the applicable privacy policies.

Users may exercise their rights regarding their personal information, including the right to access, correct, and request deletion, subject to applicable legal requirements.

The UFS makes no representations or warranties, whether express or implied, regarding the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or suitability of the Content available on this website.

The UFS does not warrant that the website will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components.

All Content is provided on an 'as is' and 'as available' basis, and the user uses the website at their own risk.

The UFS reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the website at any time without prior notice.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the UFS, its officers, employees, agents, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from the user's access to, use of, or inability to access or use the website or any Content therein.

The UFS shall not be liable for any loss of data, loss of profits, or business interruption resulting from the use of or reliance on the website.

The user indemnifies and holds the UFS harmless against any claims, damages, or expenses arising from their use of the website or breach of these terms and conditions.

This website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by the UFS.

The UFS has no control over, and assumes no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services.

The user acknowledges that the UFS shall not be liable for any damage or loss caused by the use of or reliance on any third-party content.

Where the website allows users to submit, post, or share content, the user grants the UFS a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide, perpetual licence to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, and distribute such content.

The user warrants that any content submitted does not infringe the rights of any third party and is lawful, accurate, and not defamatory.

The UFS reserves the right to remove or edit any user-generated content at its sole discretion without prior notice.

When the user communicates with the UFS through electronic means, including email or the website's messaging facilities, the user consents to receive communications from the UFS electronically.

The user acknowledges that electronic communications may not be secure and that the UFS is not responsible for the interception or unauthorised access of such communications.

Data messages sent through the website are governed by the ECT Act and the RIC Act, where applicable.

These terms and conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of South Africa.

Any dispute arising from or in connection with these terms and conditions shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the South African courts.

The UFS reserves the right to bring proceedings in any court of competent jurisdiction for the protection of its intellectual property or other proprietary rights.

The UFS reserves the right to amend, update, or modify these terms and conditions at any time without prior notice to the user.

The continued use of the website following any such amendment constitutes the user's acceptance of the revised terms and conditions.

It is the user's responsibility to review these terms and conditions periodically for any changes.

If any provision of these terms and conditions is found to be invalid, unlawful, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

The invalid provision shall be replaced by a valid provision that most closely reflects the original intent of the parties.

These terms and conditions constitute the entire agreement between the user and the UFS regarding the use of the website and supersede all prior or contemporaneous understandings and agreements.

No waiver of any provision of these terms and conditions shall be effective unless in writing and signed by an authorised representative of the UFS.

For any questions, comments, or requests regarding these terms and conditions, please contact the UFS at the details below.

ACCESS Programme — University of the Free State, Division of Student Affairs, Unit: Engaged Scholarship.

Physical Address: Examination Centre, Office Door No. 27, Food Environment Office.

Email: dikotsems@ufs.ac.za

Telephone: +27 51 401 9241