Description
Are you currently studying and want some extra support, thinking of moving up to a master’s degree, or returning to study after time in industry? Maybe you’re worried about academic writing, critical thinking, or navigating research methods, or you’d simply like to refresh your skills before starting a higher-level programme.
Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Many learners face the same challenges, and that’s exactly where we can help.
We’ve supported students from all over the world to build confidence in their academic abilities, develop critical thinking, and learn essential study skills for postgraduate success. Whether you’re transitioning from undergraduate study or coming back to education after years in the workplace, we’ll help you feel prepared and motivated.
What makes us different?
- Expert tutors with international education experience in the UK, China, and the US
- Practical, one-to-one coaching tailored to your background and goals
- Structured support on key masters-level skills, from academic writing to time management
- Post-session follow-up so you can check in with questions
- Friendly, confidence-boosting mentoring for real independence
Why book Academic Coaching & Pre-Masters Support with us?
- Develop critical thinking, research methods, ethics, and referencing skills
- Build confidence in academic language and argumentation
- Strengthen your project and time management skills
- Learn to present your work clearly, whether written or spoken
- Get comfortable using academic tools like Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Practise public speaking and academic presentations
- Prepare a plan to manage your studies and deadlines
- Access ad hoc support throughout your masters if you need it
How does it work?
- You’ll start with a short phone call or email exchange to identify your personal priorities and learning needs
- Sessions can be booked online or face-to-face
- After each session, you can reach out for extra guidance via email or phone
- Multiple-hour packages allow you to build your skills steadily over weeks or months — with flexible scheduling
Build your own learning pathway
You can choose from a menu of lesson topics, depending on what you most need:
- Critical thinking and academic argumentation
- Academic research skills
- Referencing and avoiding plagiarism
- Academic writing and language
- Time and project management for postgraduate study
- Ethics in research
- Presentation and public speaking skills
- Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Preparing academic posters
- Practising your academic interview skills
- Personal statement and proposal writing
- Adapting to the UK academic culture (for international learners)
Academic Taster Session (30 minutes)
A short introduction to explore your academic goals, answer your key questions, and create a quick action plan to get you started.
Academic Essentials Session (1 x 60-minute lesson)
A focused, one-hour coaching session to build confidence in topics like critical thinking, referencing, or writing skills, with a follow-up written action plan.
Academic Progress Pack (2 x 60-minute lessons)
Two in-depth sessions to work on academic language, research methods, or practice presentations, with ongoing feedback to help you develop independently.
Academic Mastery Pack (4 x 60-minute lessons)
A structured programme with multiple lessons to develop research skills, project planning, public speaking, and overall confidence for master’s-level study.
Academic Coaching Gold (Custom)
Completely personalised, longer-term support including personal statements, proposals, interview skills, or any other needs, fully tailored to you.
We will create a personalised plan for you, with the flexibility to adapt as your needs grow.
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