What is sensitive data?

What is sensitive data?

Sensitive data is a type of data that requires a higher level of protection. Depending on the type of data, personal data can be regarded as sensitive data. Some personal data or a combination of data can be more sensitive in nature and therefore requires specific safeguards. These include, for example, data relating to children or other vulnerable groups, biometrics data, and health data.
Sensitive data in Education may include:

  • Information regarding an individual’s health. For example, students’ request for special needs requirements detailing disability and psychological assessments;
  • Information regarding political opinions, and religious and philosophical beliefs.
  • Biometric data, especially where this is used for identification purposes;
  • Information relating to vulnerable individuals or groups, such as children.
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