University of Essex Data Protection Act 1998
Statement relating to exam results online
The University has a notification under the Data Protection Act 1998 to
hold personal data about its students. This data includes
exam results, which will be held securely at all times, accessible
online by password only. Disclosure to a third party outside the University
will only take place in accordance with the Act. Please note that the Act
does allow the University to disclose exams results to a third party where
it is in your legitimate interests to do so. This may include prospective
employers who require verification of your qualifications, or other
educational establishments if, at the end of your time at the University,
you decide to undertake studies elsewhere. Under these circumstances, the
identity of the applicant requesting the results and the purpose for which
the request is made will always be verified before any disclosure is made.
Information Manager
June 2004
University of Essex policies - Data Protection Act 1998