Preparation for University Writing and Referencing

From 31.44 £ /h

Academic Foundations Tuition

Confidence. Clarity. Community.

Starting university can feel overwhelming. My Academic Foundations tuition programme is designed to help students transition smoothly into third-level study, with practical, real-world academic skills and supportive guidance.

Together, we focus on:

• Understanding the structure of academic writing
• Developing a clear, confident writing style
• Learning how to plan and structure essays
• Avoiding plagiarism and understanding academic honesty
• Navigating digital platforms like VLE systems and Turnitin
• Building problem-solving skills through discussion and practical exercises
• Strengthening wellbeing and study habits

Sessions are conversation-led, interactive, and tailored to the individual. I combine guided discussion, small group work, and real assignment practice to help students not only improve their grades, but feel genuinely confident in their academic voice.

Ideal for first-year university students, particularly those studying Arts and Humanities.

Get in touch to discuss individual or small-group sessions.

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Around Amsterdam, Netherlands

Age

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

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Beginner

Intermediate

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30 minutes

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The class is taught in

English

Skills

Essay writing

Communication skills

Learning & study skills

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Alessio

5.0

(14)

I've been teaching Italian for over 5 years, armed with a Double Degree in Languages, plus not one, but two Masters in teaching Italian! 🎓 🇮🇹 And here's the ciliegina sulla torta: I just kicked off a BSc in International Communication.

Are you ready to embark on an incredible adventure through the enchanting world of Italy, Italians, and gestures? :-)

We begin by assessing your level, goals, and needs. Together, we craft a personalized plan, ensuring that your learning experience is tailored, efficient, and effective. The classes are tailored to suit your individual level, needs, and goals. Depending on you, we will use textbooks, online tools, or articles among others.

My approach encompasses various aspects such as conversation, vocabulary, grammar, Italian culture, or test preparation.

Book our class now!

Catherine

5.0

(14)

Non-Violent Communication is a method invented by Marshall Rosenberg. It focuses on feelings and needs, it helps to develop empathy and communicate more clearly. I can teach you and help you to practise the 4 steps (Observation, Feelings, Needs, Request) and support you in a difficult situation.

Merve

5.0

(14)

I am an enthusiastic teacher who has taught general and business English, and English for academic purposes. Having experience with both teenagers and adults, I specialize in tutoring English based on four skills: Listening, Reading, Speaking and Writing.

I plan my lessons regarding the student's needs and goals. In my lessons, I prefer using different teaching coursebooks and authentic resources (e.g. online articles, newspapers, magazines).

Since I have studied in different disciplines such as language teaching, literature and communication sciences, I could promise various lesson contents in each lesson to keep you excited during your learning process.

If you would like to learn English with me, please feel free to get in touch! I hope to hear from you soon!

Sacha

5.0

(14)

During my studies in Econometrics at the University of Amsterdam (graduated in 2015, MSc.) and in addition to my job as a consultant, I have always taught mathematics and statistics to secondary school students and university students (HBO and WO) with great pleasure. Since 2017 I have assisted students from different study backgrounds (from civil engineering to psychology) with writing their thesis and since 2022 I work parttime as a math teacher and educational advisor in the Emma Children's Hospital in Amsterdam and I teach private students.

Lessons can be taught in English or Dutch and face-to-face or online, depending on the location.

Location face-to-face classes: Citizen M Amsterdam, at your home or in the public library.

Derek

5.0

(14)

Have you been invited to interview at Oxford or Cambridge this coming autumn? Congratulations!

Oxbridge interviews are the make-or-break stage in acceptance into one of these two top-tier universities, and they require a significant amount of preparation and know-how in order to succeed.

Having successfully secured a place for myself to study English Language & Literature at the University of Oxford in 2015, and having been subsequently invited to pursue a Master's degree in English literature on scholarship, I am versed in the intricacies and expectations of the interview process for a range of disciplines.

I work with students across a series of sessions to hone their understanding of what's expected of them during the interview process, to identify their particular strengths and improve on their weakness, and to practice extemporaneous speaking and timed essay-writing and test-taking.

Each course is designed with the candidate in mind, and I can outline a recommended number of sessions and their contents based on an initial session.

Francesca

5.0

(14)

I offer tutoring in qualitative and quantitative research methods for the Social Sciences, as well as essay and academic writing support. Drawing on my academic background and professional experience, I can assist students with:

- Learning and applying different research methods effectively
- Understanding and using SPSS for statistical analysis
- Improving essay writing and academic communication skills
- Writing, structuring, and reviewing their theses
With a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations (cum laude) from Leiden University and two Research Master’s degrees—one in Political Communication and one in Political Science—I have a strong foundation in research and academic writing. As a current Teaching Assistant at the University of Amsterdam, I have hands-on experience guiding university students in these areas. Additionally, my work as an Honours Ambassador and Information Officer at Leiden University honed my skills in supporting students at various academic levels.

Offro ripetizioni per studenti universitari sui metodi di ricerca e sulla scrittura di saggi e testi accademici. Grazie alla mia esperienza accademica e professionale, posso offrire supporto nei seguenti ambiti:

- Metodi di ricerca qualitativi e quantitativi
- Statistica e utilizzo di SPSS
- Scrittura di saggi e altri testi accademici
- Strutturazione, scrittura e revisione della tesi
Ho conseguito una laurea triennale in Relazioni Internazionali presso l'Università di Leiden (cum laude) e sto concludendo due Master di Ricerca: uno in Comunicazione Politica e uno in Scienze Politiche. Attualmente lavoro come Assistente Didattica presso l'Università di Amsterdam, dove ho acquisito esperienza diretta nell'assistenza agli studenti universitari. Inoltre, il mio ruolo come Ambasciatrice dell'Honours College e Information Officer all'Università di Leiden mi ha permesso di sviluppare competenze nel supportare studenti in vari percorsi accademici.

Shino

5.0

(14)

こんにちは! はじめまして!
Are you looking for an easy way to learn Japanese? Or are you looking for someone to talk with Japanese? Then, you found the right course!!

Hello! I'm Shino.

Here’s the class for easy Japanese conversation with Japanese native speaker. I truly believe that if you want to learn new languages, the fastest way is the Conversation!
With me, you can be casual or be serious depending upon your level or goals, together we create YOUR original class where you will be able to decide for example, topics and homework, based on your level.

Don't worry too much about the grammar and let’s get started with me ;)

Noah

5.0

(14)

🎓 Academic Coach for Students | Study Skills & University Prep | 1:1 Online Support
Are you a motivated student who puts in the effort but still isn’t getting the results you want?
Do you feel overwhelmed with where to start, or unsure how to study more effectively?

You're not alone—and the solution often isn’t “working harder,” but working smarter.

🧠 What I Offer:
I help students like you improve study habits, time management, and academic performance—so your hard work actually pays off. Whether you're in high school, university, or transitioning between, I’ll guide you toward strategic, structured, and sustainable learning.

👋 Who I Am
My name is Noah. I’m a lecturer, programme coordinator, and student mentor at the University of Amsterdam. Over the past decade, I’ve coached hundreds of students to reach their academic potential—many of whom went on to top universities like Oxford, UCL, Leiden, and careers at international companies.

🎯 Together, We’ll:
Assess your current study habits

Introduce proven techniques for focus, retention, and motivation

Apply those tools to your assignments, essays, and exams

Build a system that works for you, not just the textbook

🎓 My Qualifications:
BA in Psychology – University of British Columbia (UBC)

Two Master’s degrees – Leiden University

PhD – Leiden University

I combine research-driven academic support with mentoring that meets you where you are. My approach is practical, empathetic, and results-focused.

📍 Available online and in-person in Amsterdam
📩 Let’s get started! Message me now to schedule your first session and start getting more out of your education.

Umberto

5.0

(14)

Ciao! I am a native Italian and English speaker and I have been teaching teenagers and adults in the last ten years. A History, Cultural Heritage and Chemistry graduate, I am especially passionate about linguistics and different cultures!

Our conversation lessons will help you learn and practice your Italian, whether you are a beginner or want to perfect the language. Topics will be tailored to your needs and can range from basic scenarios to more specific ones (professional, travel or cultural context). When necessary we can focus on specific grammar rules and expand vocabulary that is more important to you.

Approach - I always encourage the student to develop a personal connection to the language by exploring personal interests and real-life language use. In my lessons, I favour a flexible approach and encourage regular practice, which will definitely help you to develop your Italian and keep it active in the long run.

Piotr

5.0

(14)

I use ChatGPT and other AI tools (text-to-speech, image-generation) every day. It's my best collaborators. Let me show you how it's done, the easy way, for anything. I'm an artist who thinks creative but also a programmer - I use AI in they way other people can't imagine.I will teach you how to automate your life, your business and optimize everything to move forward the faster than ever - do it before it's too late. The course is so condensed and good that very fast you will replace me with a specific ChatGPT model who will be better than me. That's the goal.

Here's a list of ways you can leverage ChatGPT and other AI tools in various aspects of life and business:

In Business:

1. **Customer Support Automation:** Use ChatGPT for instant responses and issue resolution.
2. **Content Generation:** Employ AI for creating SEO-friendly content.
3. **Market Research:** Analyze trends and feedback for strategic decision-making.
4. **Automated Email Responses:** Set up AI-driven responses for quick communication.
5. **Data Analysis and Insights:** Extract valuable business insights using AI algorithms.
6. **Product Recommendations:** Provide personalized product suggestions to enhance customer experience.
7. **Supply Chain Optimization:** Optimize inventory management and logistics with AI.
8. **Human Resources:** Use AI in recruitment processes for efficiency.

In Life:

1. **Personal Assistant:** Use ChatGPT for scheduling and task management.
2. **Learning and Education:** Leverage AI for personalized learning experiences.
3. **Health and Wellness:** Use AI-driven fitness apps for a healthier lifestyle.
4. **Language Translation:** Break down language barriers with AI-powered translation.
5. **Travel Planning:** Utilize AI for efficient travel itinerary planning.
6. **Smart Home Automation:** Integrate AI into smart devices for enhanced control.
7. **Financial Management:** Use AI tools for budgeting and investment analysis.
8. **Social Media Management:** Enhance online presence with AI-driven scheduling and analytics.

Rico

5.0

(14)

Like no other, I know how difficult it can be to structure a research or project in a short time. You want to distinguish main issues from side issues and be in the final report to-the-point in communicating the results.

From MBO level 2 I went on to a doctorate in astrophysics at the University of Amsterdam. During this path, I have written hundreds of reports, published 6 scientific articles and presented my findings hundreds of times both informally and formally.

In addition, I have been a successful thesis supervisor of 3 bachelor students and 1 master's student.

I would like to help you get the best out of yourself with the help of my knowledge and experience. However, I do not want to do this with a leadership mentality, but from an advisory mentality in which we can put together as equals a nice end product that we both support. I can offer concrete support for your research/project in:

- Setup and planning

- Doing literature study

- Quality assurance

- Presentation and structure/content

- Popularizing the topics with catchy texts

- Review with a critical look

- Give layout and design input

- And much more

Do you think I can help you or do you want to know more? I would love to hear from you!

Annick

5.0

(14)

I always motivate my students to do their best and to speak in French during class. I always give homework to practice writing skills.
From B1 level we talk about news and culture, my lessons are always concrete and goal oriented. Repetition is also part of my lessons, so that students can learn new material with confidence.
Finally I also offer Delft exam training from A1 to B2 levels - a diploma that is required for many Hotel Schools and also to be able to work and study in French-speaking countries.

Kathleen

5.0

(14)

I specialize in giving Geography lessons and guiding pupils and students with their reports/theses/theses.
My goal is to motivate students to take on challenges and aim higher. It always feels good when I've helped students achieve good grades on a test or report.

Danielle

5.0

(14)

In this one-on-one course, you’ll have the opportunity to select any area in your life in which you’d like to make a change. Perhaps it’s breaking an old habit, learning a new skill, or simply finding more enjoyment in your life. In tailor-made coaching sessions with a trained coach/counselor, you’ll gain awareness of thoughts and behaviors that are holding you back and find new creative pathways forward. You’ll also better understand the human experience of making a change and learn how to avoid common pitfalls and find flow.

Some exercises and methodologies we will use in the course: Fisher’s Transition Curve, Step Walking, GROW, Force Field Analysis, Growth Mindset, Appreciative Inquiry.

Great for New Year’s resolutions!

5.0

(14)

During my English tutoring sessions, students receive targeted help with homework and support in all aspects of the subject. We focus on improving language skills—such as grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing, and pronunciation—with special attention to areas where students struggle. Together, we work purposefully to resolve language problems and build self-confidence, so students become stronger and more independent in English.