Terms of Service

Please read these terms carefully before using our educational services and platform.

Effective Date: January 15, 2025

These Terms of Service govern your use of Dominion University's educational services, website, and online platform.

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Dominion University's services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our services.

Agreement constitutes a legal contract between you and Dominion University

Educational Services

Academic Programs

  • • Online theological degree programs
  • • Certificate and diploma courses
  • • Academic advising and support services
  • • Digital library and learning resources
  • • Student portal and online learning platform

Service Availability

We strive to provide continuous access to our educational services. However, we may temporarily suspend access for maintenance, updates, or technical issues.

User Responsibilities

Academic Integrity

  • • Submit original work
  • • Properly cite sources
  • • Avoid plagiarism and cheating
  • • Respect intellectual property

Platform Usage

  • • Maintain account security
  • • Use platform responsibly
  • • Report technical issues
  • • Follow community guidelines

Payment and Refunds

Tuition and Fees

  • • Tuition fees are due according to your payment plan
  • • Late payment fees may apply for overdue accounts
  • • Payment plans are available for eligible students
  • • All fees are subject to change with appropriate notice

Refund Policy

  • • Refunds are available within 14 days of enrollment
  • • Partial refunds may be available for course withdrawals
  • • No refunds for completed courses or degrees
  • • Contact student services for refund requests

Intellectual Property

University Content

All course materials, lectures, and educational content provided by Dominion University are protected by copyright and intellectual property laws. Students may use these materials for personal educational purposes only.

Student Work

Students retain ownership of their original work submitted for academic purposes. However, the university may use student work for educational and promotional purposes with appropriate attribution.

Prohibited Conduct

The following activities are strictly prohibited:

  • • Academic dishonesty or plagiarism
  • • Sharing login credentials
  • • Unauthorized distribution of content
  • • Harassment or discriminatory behavior
  • • Attempting to access restricted systems
  • • Violating other students' privacy
  • • Disrupting online classes or forums
  • • Commercial use of university resources

Limitation of Liability

Dominion University provides educational services "as is" and makes no warranties regarding the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of information. Our liability is limited to the fees paid for services.

  • • We are not liable for indirect or consequential damages
  • • Technical issues may occur and are addressed promptly
  • • Students are responsible for maintaining their own technology
  • • Internet connectivity issues are beyond our control

Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy for detailed information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

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Termination

Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts for violations of these terms, non-payment, or academic misconduct. Students may also voluntarily withdraw from programs.

  • • 30-day notice for voluntary withdrawal
  • • Immediate termination for serious violations
  • • Access to completed coursework after termination
  • • Refund eligibility based on withdrawal timing

Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

Email

legal@dominionunivers.org.za

Phone

+27 84 991 2245

Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms of Service from time to time. We will notify students of any material changes via email or through the student portal. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.