Your privacy matters to us. Learn how Peacock College of Nursing Sciences collects, uses, stores and protects your personal information.
Last updated: 2026-02-25
1. Introduction
Peacock College of Nursing Sciences (referred to as "we", "us", or "the College") is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of students, applicants, staff, and visitors who interact with our website and services. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, who we share it with, and how we protect it.
By using our website, submitting an application, or accessing any of our online services, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
We collect only the information necessary to provide our educational services, process admissions, and operate our website effectively. This includes:
Personal IdentityFull name, date of birth, gender, nationality, passport photograph
Contact DetailsEmail address, phone number, residential address, next-of-kin information
Your information is used strictly for legitimate educational and administrative purposes:
Processing admission applications and enrollment
Managing student records, course registration, and academic progress
Processing tuition fee payments and generating receipts
Communicating important updates — admissions, exams, events, and schedules
Providing access to the student portal, library resources, and e-learning tools
Responding to enquiries and support tickets
Sending password reset codes and account verification emails
Generating academic transcripts, certificates, and result summaries
Improving website performance and user experience through analytics
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any third party for marketing purposes.
4. Information Sharing
We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:
Regulatory bodies — Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN), National Universities Commission, and other accreditation bodies as required
Payment processors — to process tuition fees and verify transaction status (e.g., Providus Bank, Paystack)
Email service providers — for sending transactional emails such as admission notifications and password resets
Legal obligations — when required by law, court order, or lawful government request
Academic partners — affiliated universities or clinical training facilities for student placement and verification
All third-party providers are bound by data protection agreements and may only process data for the specific purpose for which it is shared.
5. Cookies & Tracking
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience:
Essential cookies — required for login sessions, security tokens, and basic site functionality
Preference cookies — remember your settings such as dark mode, language, and login role
Analytics cookies — help us understand how visitors use the site so we can improve it (no personal data is sold)
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling essential cookies may prevent you from logging in or using certain features.
6. Data Security
We take data security seriously and implement industry-standard measures to protect your information:
Passwords are stored using bcrypt hashing — we never store plain-text passwords
All data transmission is encrypted via HTTPS / TLS
Password reset tokens are single-use, time-limited, and IP rate-limited
Administrative access is role-based with session timeout controls
Regular database backups are maintained to prevent data loss
File uploads are validated and stored in restricted directories
While we strive to protect your data, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. We encourage you to use strong passwords and avoid sharing your login credentials.
7. Your Rights
In accordance with the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR) and global best practices, you have the following rights:
Access — request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
Correction — request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
Deletion — request deletion of your data where there is no legitimate reason for continued processing (subject to legal retention requirements)
Objection — object to processing of your data for specific purposes
Portability — request your data in a structured, machine-readable format
Withdraw consent — where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw it at any time
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided below. We will respond within 30 days.
8. Children's Privacy
Our services are intended for individuals aged 16 and above. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data without parental consent, please contact us and we will promptly delete the information.
9. Policy Changes
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or services. When significant changes are made, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page and may notify registered users by email.
We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we protect your data.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please reach out to us:
