Terms and Conditions
Terms of Agreement
Upon registering for the ASI Student Retreat, a binding contract exists between Al-Salam Institute and the registrant. The contract is made on the terms of the following conditions which are governed by English Law. Any disputes arising from the contract are subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of England or Wales.
After a full or partial payment of the tuition fee, confirmation will be sent to the attendee via automated email. When you receive these details, please ensure that the information is correct and accurate. In the event of any discrepancy you must contact Al-Salam Institute immediately via admissions@alsalam.ac.uk
Refunds and Instalment Plans
There is a no refund policy in place for this programme.
Instalment plans are not available for this programme.
Registrants who are later unable to attend the programme for any reason should submit a withdrawal request as early as possible by emailing: admissions@alsalam.ac.uk.
If the retreat is cancelled or no longer viable due to public health reasons, all students will be refunded their fees.
Students withdrawing may not transfer the fees paid for the Student Retreat onto any other course or programme delivered by Al-Salam Institute.
Covid-19 Protocols
All students are advised to bring lateral flow tests to the retreat as they will not be readily available on-campus. If a student does test positive, they are to arrange personal transport back to their residence or any other safe location as soon as possible. In the meantime, they will be required to self-isolate in their dorm room.
Video Recording
Video or audio recordings of any of the classes taking place throughout the programme, whether on-campus or on educational tours of the area, are strictly prohibited. Persons found to be conducting video or audio recordings may be removed from the programme.
Data Protection and Privacy
We observe the requirements of the Data Protection Act 1998 in respect of all personal data held by the Institute at any time. We will not pass on such data to third parties save where this is necessary in connection with the performance by us of our contract with you, or as otherwise authorised by you.
We may use such data to notify you of our upcoming events, offers and promotions from time to time. For full details of our data protection and privacy policy, please refer to Al-Salam Institute’s Privacy Policy.
Crèche Facilities
Crèche with child supervision facilities are unfortunately not available at our on-campus location. Parents will be responsible for their children at all times.
Behaviour
By joining the programme you agree to abide by ASI’s Student Code of Conduct. Person(s) found to be in violation of this may be deregistered
Updates
Provisions contained in these terms and conditions may be revised from time to time by our amendment of the information contained in this document.
Last updated: 27/10/23
Student Code of Conduct
Al-Salam Institute enjoys an international reputation as an exemplary provider of Islamic knowledge. As such, we expect the entire ASI community, including all staff, students, and trustees, to uphold the highest morals and manners both inside and out of the classroom. We urge you as students of knowledge to conduct yourselves at all times in a manner that does not bring ASI into disrepute. Failure to abide by these policies may result in dismissal from the course. For the purposes of classroom conduct, please note the following:
- Respect the teacher, organisers and fellow students; this includes being punctual to class.
- Treat others with kindness, consideration and honesty.
- Abide by the rules and instructions laid down by ASI for academic activity.
- Behave with modesty and professionalism by upholding Islamic etiquettes in communication with the opposite gender.
- Take care in avoiding equipment and wires to avoid tripping and/or causing damage.
- Clear up all rubbish from your desks before leaving.
- Smoking is not permitted anywhere in the premises.
- Food is prohibited during classes; however hot beverages, juice, and water may be permissible – subject to your teachers’ approval.
- Mobile phones must be turned on silent during all classes. Do not check messages, emails etc. on your phones during class unless it is an absolute necessity.
- Laptops and tablets are allowed, however surfing anything other than class material during class is strictly prohibited.
- Sit respectfully and upright — if you need to stretch do so briefly.
- Students seated in the front row of class should refrain from extending their legs.
- If you need to excuse yourself from the classroom, please do so quietly and with minimum disruption.
- Students must allow others the physical space and courtesy to approach all teachers.
- Questions must be asked during class time only. Break times and lunchtimes are for teachers as well as students.
- Personal recording of all classes are strictly prohibited. You are not permitted to make any audio or video recordings at any time.
Dress Code
All students are advised to dress modestly in loose fitting, opaque and non-ostentatious clothing. Our recommended dress code is as follows:
- Men: Sunnah/Islamic attire or smart formal wear such as trousers and shirt.
- Women: Sunnah/Islamic attire or smart formal wear.
Both genders are recommended to avoid hoodies, tracksuits, t-shirts, shorts and other casual clothes.
