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General Studies is notoriously broad, covering everything from social ethics to scientific breakthroughs. It is perfectly normal to feel like you can't be the expert in every topic your child brings home. You don't have to carry the academic load alone.
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£93/hr
5.0
Jessica P
General Studies Highly experienced, friendly tutor
Not only am I a supportive and encouraging teacher, with many years of experience as a qualified teacher but I also work for the Department for Education as an Education Consultant which means that my lessons are highly effective. I have prepared fast track courses to support students from the age of 5 right through to masters university level.I am fortunate enough to be an Examiner of KS2, GCSE and A-Level providing me with detailed insight into a range of exam boards as well as working on university-based assessment panels.I have enjoyed many years of work as a private tutor on a 1:1/small group...
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£52/hr
4.9
Michael C
Specialist General Studies Tutor - Specialising in Exams
Hi I'm Michael, I have been an education coach for the past 9 years, helping my students improve and understand why they are not achieving the results that they deserve. I cover many subjects which can be found on my profile but in the main I coach you to become a better version of yourself and assist you in realizing your potential. I have also been a coach and lecturer in universities around the country and in six forms within Birmingham most recently helping in North Birmingham Academy.Over the past 9 years I have helped over 800 students in one to one sessions. The sessions created will be...
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£62/hr
4.7
Joanne D
Experienced General Studies Tutor and Examiner
Hello my name is Joanne.I am a patient, friendly and results driven GCSE and A Level Sociology tutor who also offers sessions in essay writing at all levels, including degree level.I am also a general academic mentor.I have worked within education for over 20 years in a variety of roles.I am an experienced classroom teacher having taught in Humanities and Social Science departments of secondary schools and colleges for ten years as well as running my own department for three. I have also tutored on a one-to-one and group basis in both Sociology and English for 17 years.I have been both an AQA and...
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£54/hr
5.0
Mustafa M
Effective General Studies Futor & Politics PhD Candidate
I help ambitious students — from GCSE through to PhD — earn top grades by training their writing and study habits into a reliable system, rather than patching one essay or exam at a time.About meI'm a PhD candidate at the University of Aberdeen, researching radicalisation and counter-terrorism.- MA in Politics and International Relations — First-Class, Valedictorian, awarded the Frank Bealey Prize for highest honours grades in cohort - LLM in International Law, Security and Strategic Studies — Commendation - Manuscript currently under peer review at *Terrorism and Political Violence* (Q1, Taylor ...
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£70/hr
5.0
Simon A
Experienced General Studies tutor
Hi there! My name is Simon and I believe that together we shall succeed in overcoming any obstacles that stand in our way. I am willing to do whatever it takes to help you have that 'Eureka!' moment where everything clicks and mastery of your subject difficulties is achieved. I am a double Masters student who, whilst being a Maths and Statistics nut, is also well rounded and able to teach other subjects too, including Music and the piano in particular. Having studied 19 of the 21 possible modules in the MEI Maths A-Level syllabus, coupled with sitting the IGCSE in Mathematics a year early and obtaining...
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£54/hr
5.0
Sofia C
Experienced educator in General Studies , Law, Politics and more
With a background in law, politics, and science, I offer thoughtful, experience-informed tutoring across a wide range of subjects, including Law, Politics, English, Psychology, and Religious Studies. I support students at various stages of their education, including those studying at the Master’s level (LLM), as well as those preparing for the Legal Practice Course (LPC) and the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE). My approach is interactive and student-led, focusing on helping students develop critical thinking skills, enhance their understanding, and apply knowledge in practical, meaningful w...
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