When you commence your course or programme with Aventis Graduate School, you are deemed to have read, understood and accepted the same upon the terms and conditions set out hereinafter. These terms and conditions form part of the conditions and acceptance for the programme.

1. Refund of Fees
   1. A written request must be submitted to the Senior Manager/Manager of Student Services for any course withdrawal. Verbal requests will not be accepted.
   2. Students are entitled to withdraw from the course without penalty during the Cooling-Off Period, which is defined as ten (10) calendar days from the date of signing the contract. A full refund of all Course Fees and Miscellaneous Fees shall be made within seven (07) working days.
   3. For withdrawals outside the Cooling-Off Period, refunds (if any) shall be made in accordance with the refund policy outlined in Schedule D of the Student Contract.
   4. All application processing and membership entrance fees paid to Aventis Graduate School are non-refundable.
   5. Students expelled due to academic or behavioural misconduct (e.g. cheating, plagiarism, drug offences, theft, vandalism) shall not be entitled to any refund of fees paid.
   6. Approved refunds shall be disbursed within seven (07) working days from the date of email acknowledgment sent to the student.
   7. In all cases of withdrawal or expulsion, the student (or sponsoring company, if applicable) remains liable for any outstanding course fees under the signed contract.
2. Deferment of Application, Module or Course
   1. Deferment of an application, module or course will only be considered if it is made before the commencement of the course.
   2. Deferment of an application or module is allowed only ONCE up to the next available commencement date of the course. Deferment of a course is allowed only ONCE up to a MAXIMUM PERIOD OF ONE (1) YEAR, failing which the applicant will be deemed as having withdrawn from the course. Deferment will only be approved after payment of outstanding fees (if any) has been made.
   3. All requests for deferment PRIOR TO commencement of course must be made through the Application Form- Deferment Request and submitted to the Student Services Department. Deferment through telephonecalls will not be entertained
   4. The deferment policy applies for registered modules in the respective term. The student is liable for all fees payable for modules / courses that have commenced before the application for deferment (regardless of attendance).
   5. Approval for deferment is at the sole discretion of the Institute. The Institute’s decision is final.
   6. When the student resumes the course / module, the student shall make payment of re-module fees, outstanding fees of uncompleted modules, as well as remaining course instalment payments (if any).
3. Acknowledgement of PDPA
   1. Notice on Collection, Use, and Disclosure of Personal Data
      As part of your application to Aventis Graduate School, we may need to collect, use, and disclose your personal data. In compliance with the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) 2012, this notice outlines the purposes for which your data may be handled and seeks your consent for us to do so.
   2. Definition of Personal Data
      Personal data refers to any information that can identify an individual, either on its own or when combined with other accessible information. This may include, but is not limited to, details such as your name, NRIC or passport number, contact information, address, occupation, and age.
   3. Purpose of Collection and Use
      Your personal data may be used for the following reasons:
      • To maintain records of all applicants, as required by legal and institutional policies.
      • To evaluate your eligibility and suitability for both internal programmes and those offered through our partner universities.
      • To verify the validity of documents and information submitted using the appropriate channels.
      • To facilitate your registration and enrolment into the selected programme.
   4. If you are successfully enrolled, your data may also be used for:
      • Submitting applications to the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) for student passes.
      • Supporting promotional or marketing activities conducted by the school.
      • Publishing information related to school-organized or school-affiliated events and initiatives.
   5. Disclosure of Personal Data
      Your data may be shared with:
      • Our partner universities, to support your registration and enrolment process.
      • Government agencies such as ICA, SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG), or any relevant authorities for compliance, audit, or regulatory requirements.
      • Authorized agents or representatives who assist with your application and enrolment, all of whom are obligated to comply with PDPA standards.
      • Insurance providers offering coverage under the Student Fee Protection Scheme.
      • Legal authorities or individuals acting under court orders, where disclosure is required by law.
4. Declaration and Verification of Information
   I confirmed that all information made on this application form is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I agree that any misrepresentation or omission is sufficient grounds for rejecting the application. I authorize any investigation of the above information for the purpose of verification and acknowledge the PDPA policies as outlined in point 3.0.