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History/sociology/Politics tuition from PhD candidate
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Providing History, sociology, politics tuition, from GCSE to undergraduate level, in line with all UK examination boards. Coursework assistance and exam practice provided in student focused, one-to-one sessions.
Quick responses to queries with regular feedback, using email or Skype.
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roviding in-depth, one-to-one tuition for coursework and exams at GCSE, A-level and degree level.
• Developing and focusing students to fulfil their potential
• Joint target setting with realistic expectations at outset.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal for ensuring student retention.
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Daniel
Areas of Historical Expertise
1. Europe in The Long Nineteenth Century
– The Music, Politics and Culture of France and Germany in The Long Nineteenth Century (1776–1914)

2. Medieval and Early Modern History
– The Political, Economic and Military History of Anglo-Saxon England 827–1066
– The Norman Conquest and The Plantagenets 1066–1216
– Tudor History (1509–1603), The Stuarts (1603–1649), The English Civil War (1642–1649), The Commonwealth (1649–1659), and The Restoration of Charles II (1660–1685)
– The Crusades (1095–1204)

3. Ancient History and Classical History
A. Roman History
– Republican Rome from the First Punic War to Caesar's Crossing of the Rubicon 264 BC – 49 BC
– Caesar's Civil War, The Second Triumvirate, and The Second Roman Civil War 49 BC – 29 BC

B. Ancient Greece and Classical Philosophy
– The Homeric World
– The Persian Wars 499–449 BC
– The Pelopponesian War 431–404 BC
– Thucydides
– Pre-Socratic Philosophy (Thales, Heraclitus, Parmenides, and so on)
– Plato
– Aristotle
– Ancient Greek Stoicism
– Epicureanism
– Skepticism
– Democritus and the Classical Metaphysics of Atomism
– Ethics, Metaphysics, Epistemology and Ontology in Ancient and Classical Greece
– Sophocles and Classical Tragedy

4. Methods of Historical Research
– Methods of Primary Source Analysis
– Secondary Source Analysis
– Techniques and Strategies of Exegesis
– Techniques of Cultural History
– Ethnography
– Sociological and Anthropological Methods
– Qualitative and Quantitative Research
– Score Studies and Techniques of Music Historiography
– Numismatics
– Military Strategy and War Studies

5. Philosophies of History and Historiography
– Positivism
– The New Historicism
– The New Materialism
– Marxist Historiography
– Actor Network Theory
– The History of Technology
– Critical Theory
– Philosophies of History

Ability of Students
– Academic level: Beginner through to GCSE, A-Level, and Undergraduate students in Music, History, and Philosophy

Approach to Teaching
– I favour a structured approach to teaching. I devise lesson plans in advance of every lesson, catered to the student's specific needs.
– Academic lessons tend to be structured around specific sections of the syllabus, or particular topics that students require help with.
– I employ a seminar style format. I flesh out ideas with the aid of quotations, other audio-visual resources, and analytical commentary which my students can use to develop essays, essay plans, revision tools, and exam revision packs.
– I use Powerpoint to provide students with a variety of resources and visual stimuli.
– I structure my lesson plans with a view to providing short points of rest or temporary closure, in which students are able to ask questions about the content. I am also happy for students to interrupt the flow of the lesson if a burning question arises.

Lesson Structure
– Academic lessons tend to be 45–60 minutes in length, but I can adapt my teaching schedule to provide students with additional support if needed.

Academic Credentials
– I am studying for a PhD in Music at the University of Cambridge.
– I hold an MPhil in Music from the University of Cambridge, where I specialised in Historical Musicology and Musical Aesthetics.
– I have a first-class music degree (74.4%) from the University of Manchester, where I won three Hargreaves Prizes for Academic Achievement. I studied violin with Julia Hanson (formerly of the RNCM) and Sophie Rosa (soloist, former teacher at the RNCM and Cheethams School of Music).
– I hold a distinction (92%) for an ATCL Diploma in Violin Performance.

Professional Credentials
1. Teaching
– I have over a year's experience working as a freelance academic tutor with many different organisations and online education platforms.
– I have worked as an Assistant Music Teacher, which involved teaching Music A-Level students.
– I have worked as a Violin Teacher for 8 years (since I was 17). I have taught a variety of students, from beginners starting their instrumental training, to more advanced performers looking to improve their technical facility and performance skills.

2. Violinist, Recording Musician
– I have an extensive portfolio of performing credits on documentary films. Recent highlights include the BAFTA-nominated score for the BBC docuseries on Ghislaine Maxwell and Jeffrey Epstein 'House of Maxwell' (BBC2, 2022), and 'Sir Alex Ferguson: Never Give In' (Netflix) (Passion Pictures / Universal Pictures) (2021).
– I have extensive experience as an orchestral musician and chamber music performer. I led the University of Cambridge Experimental Music Ensemble (CUEME) when I was studying for my masters degree at the University of Cambridge. I also led the University of Manchester Chamber Orchestra in the second year of my undergraduate degree at the University of Manchester, and premiered a good deal of new music with The Eskandari String Quartet.
– I have performed at the West Road Concert Hall (University of Cambridge), the Lee Tseng Hall (Wolfson College Cambridge), Buxton International Festival, Manchester International Festival, and the Bridgewater Hall.
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Welcome to my dedicated tutoring program, where I specialise in helping students excel in their GCSE and A-level studies across English, History, Religious Studies, and Psychology. With a passion for teaching and a commitment to your success, I provide personalised, one-on-one instruction tailored to your unique learning style and academic goals.

Subjects Covered:

1. English:
- Enhance your reading comprehension, writing skills, grammar, and vocabulary.
- Analyze classic and contemporary literature to develop critical literary skills.
- Improve your persuasive writing and argumentative skills through targeted practice with essays and exam-style questions.

2. History:
- Explore significant historical events, periods, and figures relevant to the GCSE and A-level curricula.
- Understand the causes and effects of historical developments with a focus on critical thinking and source analysis.
- Develop skills to construct coherent historical arguments and tackle exam questions effectively.

3. Religious Studies:
- Examine major world religions, their beliefs, practices, and cultural impacts as outlined in your syllabus.
- Discuss ethical questions and moral philosophy to prepare for essay questions and exams.
- Foster respect for diverse perspectives and encourage thoughtful discussion and analysis.

4. Psychology:
- Introduce key psychological theories and concepts covered in the GCSE and A-level courses.
- Study human behavior, cognition, and emotions with an emphasis on applying psychological principles to exam questions.
- Develop analytical skills to evaluate psychological studies and theories, preparing you for both coursework and exams.

My Goals for Your Progress:

Enhance Academic Performance:
I will work closely with you to improve your grades and understanding in each subject, using personalised instruction and targeted practice designed to meet GCSE and A-level standards.

Develop Critical Thinking:
My aim is to help you cultivate the ability to think critically and independently, enabling you to analyse information, construct arguments, and solve problems effectively in your exams.

Foster a Love for Learning:
By making lessons engaging and relevant, I strive to inspire a lifelong passion for knowledge and intellectual curiosity that extends beyond your exams.

Encourage Personal Growth:
I focus on holistic development, including emotional intelligence, ethical reasoning, and effective communication skills, preparing you for success both academically and personally.

Promote Interdisciplinary Connections:
I highlight the connections between different subjects, encouraging a broader and more integrated understanding of knowledge, which is crucial for excelling in exams and beyond.

As your dedicated tutor, I am committed to creating a supportive and stimulating learning environment. Let's embark on this journey of academic excellence and personal growth together. I look forward to helping you achieve your full potential in your GCSE or A-level studies!
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Foundations of Sociology
Dive into the essentials of sociology and explore how society shapes our lives. In this course, we’ll uncover key sociological concepts like culture, socialization, social structures, and group dynamics. Through case studies, real-world examples, and interactive discussions, students will learn to critically examine social issues, understand patterns of inequality, and develop insights into human behavior within different social contexts. Ideal for beginners or those looking to strengthen their understanding of the social world, this class sets a solid foundation for further study in the social sciences.

Foundations of Criminology
This course introduces the fundamental concepts of criminology, focusing on the study of crime, criminal behavior, and the criminal justice system. Students will explore various types of crime, factors influencing criminal behavior, and how society responds to crime. Topics include crime statistics, victimology, criminal law, and policy implications. Using real-life case studies and analytical tools, students will gain an understanding of criminological perspectives and their application in addressing current criminal justice issues.

Theories and Thinkers of Sociology and Criminology
Explore the ideas that have shaped sociology and criminology with a focus on influential thinkers and groundbreaking theories. This class covers major sociological and criminological theories, from classical frameworks to contemporary perspectives. Students will examine the works of key thinkers like Durkheim, Weber, Marx, Foucault, and others, understanding how their ideas contribute to our knowledge of society and criminal behavior. By analyzing these foundational theories, students will develop critical thinking skills and a deep understanding of how social forces and structures impact individual and group actions in society.
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Daniel
Areas of Historical Expertise
1. Europe in The Long Nineteenth Century
– The Music, Politics and Culture of France and Germany in The Long Nineteenth Century (1776–1914)

2. Medieval and Early Modern History
– The Political, Economic and Military History of Anglo-Saxon England 827–1066
– The Norman Conquest and The Plantagenets 1066–1216
– Tudor History (1509–1603), The Stuarts (1603–1649), The English Civil War (1642–1649), The Commonwealth (1649–1659), and The Restoration of Charles II (1660–1685)
– The Crusades (1095–1204)

3. Ancient History and Classical History
A. Roman History
– Republican Rome from the First Punic War to Caesar's Crossing of the Rubicon 264 BC – 49 BC
– Caesar's Civil War, The Second Triumvirate, and The Second Roman Civil War 49 BC – 29 BC

B. Ancient Greece and Classical Philosophy
– The Homeric World
– The Persian Wars 499–449 BC
– The Pelopponesian War 431–404 BC
– Thucydides
– Pre-Socratic Philosophy (Thales, Heraclitus, Parmenides, and so on)
– Plato
– Aristotle
– Ancient Greek Stoicism
– Epicureanism
– Skepticism
– Democritus and the Classical Metaphysics of Atomism
– Ethics, Metaphysics, Epistemology and Ontology in Ancient and Classical Greece
– Sophocles and Classical Tragedy

4. Methods of Historical Research
– Methods of Primary Source Analysis
– Secondary Source Analysis
– Techniques and Strategies of Exegesis
– Techniques of Cultural History
– Ethnography
– Sociological and Anthropological Methods
– Qualitative and Quantitative Research
– Score Studies and Techniques of Music Historiography
– Numismatics
– Military Strategy and War Studies

5. Philosophies of History and Historiography
– Positivism
– The New Historicism
– The New Materialism
– Marxist Historiography
– Actor Network Theory
– The History of Technology
– Critical Theory
– Philosophies of History

Ability of Students
– Academic level: Beginner through to GCSE, A-Level, and Undergraduate students in Music, History, and Philosophy

Approach to Teaching
– I favour a structured approach to teaching. I devise lesson plans in advance of every lesson, catered to the student's specific needs.
– Academic lessons tend to be structured around specific sections of the syllabus, or particular topics that students require help with.
– I employ a seminar style format. I flesh out ideas with the aid of quotations, other audio-visual resources, and analytical commentary which my students can use to develop essays, essay plans, revision tools, and exam revision packs.
– I use Powerpoint to provide students with a variety of resources and visual stimuli.
– I structure my lesson plans with a view to providing short points of rest or temporary closure, in which students are able to ask questions about the content. I am also happy for students to interrupt the flow of the lesson if a burning question arises.

Lesson Structure
– Academic lessons tend to be 45–60 minutes in length, but I can adapt my teaching schedule to provide students with additional support if needed.

Academic Credentials
– I am studying for a PhD in Music at the University of Cambridge.
– I hold an MPhil in Music from the University of Cambridge, where I specialised in Historical Musicology and Musical Aesthetics.
– I have a first-class music degree (74.4%) from the University of Manchester, where I won three Hargreaves Prizes for Academic Achievement. I studied violin with Julia Hanson (formerly of the RNCM) and Sophie Rosa (soloist, former teacher at the RNCM and Cheethams School of Music).
– I hold a distinction (92%) for an ATCL Diploma in Violin Performance.

Professional Credentials
1. Teaching
– I have over a year's experience working as a freelance academic tutor with many different organisations and online education platforms.
– I have worked as an Assistant Music Teacher, which involved teaching Music A-Level students.
– I have worked as a Violin Teacher for 8 years (since I was 17). I have taught a variety of students, from beginners starting their instrumental training, to more advanced performers looking to improve their technical facility and performance skills.

2. Violinist, Recording Musician
– I have an extensive portfolio of performing credits on documentary films. Recent highlights include the BAFTA-nominated score for the BBC docuseries on Ghislaine Maxwell and Jeffrey Epstein 'House of Maxwell' (BBC2, 2022), and 'Sir Alex Ferguson: Never Give In' (Netflix) (Passion Pictures / Universal Pictures) (2021).
– I have extensive experience as an orchestral musician and chamber music performer. I led the University of Cambridge Experimental Music Ensemble (CUEME) when I was studying for my masters degree at the University of Cambridge. I also led the University of Manchester Chamber Orchestra in the second year of my undergraduate degree at the University of Manchester, and premiered a good deal of new music with The Eskandari String Quartet.
– I have performed at the West Road Concert Hall (University of Cambridge), the Lee Tseng Hall (Wolfson College Cambridge), Buxton International Festival, Manchester International Festival, and the Bridgewater Hall.
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Jai
Welcome to my dedicated tutoring program, where I specialise in helping students excel in their GCSE and A-level studies across English, History, Religious Studies, and Psychology. With a passion for teaching and a commitment to your success, I provide personalised, one-on-one instruction tailored to your unique learning style and academic goals.

Subjects Covered:

1. English:
- Enhance your reading comprehension, writing skills, grammar, and vocabulary.
- Analyze classic and contemporary literature to develop critical literary skills.
- Improve your persuasive writing and argumentative skills through targeted practice with essays and exam-style questions.

2. History:
- Explore significant historical events, periods, and figures relevant to the GCSE and A-level curricula.
- Understand the causes and effects of historical developments with a focus on critical thinking and source analysis.
- Develop skills to construct coherent historical arguments and tackle exam questions effectively.

3. Religious Studies:
- Examine major world religions, their beliefs, practices, and cultural impacts as outlined in your syllabus.
- Discuss ethical questions and moral philosophy to prepare for essay questions and exams.
- Foster respect for diverse perspectives and encourage thoughtful discussion and analysis.

4. Psychology:
- Introduce key psychological theories and concepts covered in the GCSE and A-level courses.
- Study human behavior, cognition, and emotions with an emphasis on applying psychological principles to exam questions.
- Develop analytical skills to evaluate psychological studies and theories, preparing you for both coursework and exams.

My Goals for Your Progress:

Enhance Academic Performance:
I will work closely with you to improve your grades and understanding in each subject, using personalised instruction and targeted practice designed to meet GCSE and A-level standards.

Develop Critical Thinking:
My aim is to help you cultivate the ability to think critically and independently, enabling you to analyse information, construct arguments, and solve problems effectively in your exams.

Foster a Love for Learning:
By making lessons engaging and relevant, I strive to inspire a lifelong passion for knowledge and intellectual curiosity that extends beyond your exams.

Encourage Personal Growth:
I focus on holistic development, including emotional intelligence, ethical reasoning, and effective communication skills, preparing you for success both academically and personally.

Promote Interdisciplinary Connections:
I highlight the connections between different subjects, encouraging a broader and more integrated understanding of knowledge, which is crucial for excelling in exams and beyond.

As your dedicated tutor, I am committed to creating a supportive and stimulating learning environment. Let's embark on this journey of academic excellence and personal growth together. I look forward to helping you achieve your full potential in your GCSE or A-level studies!
verified badge
Laiba
Foundations of Sociology
Dive into the essentials of sociology and explore how society shapes our lives. In this course, we’ll uncover key sociological concepts like culture, socialization, social structures, and group dynamics. Through case studies, real-world examples, and interactive discussions, students will learn to critically examine social issues, understand patterns of inequality, and develop insights into human behavior within different social contexts. Ideal for beginners or those looking to strengthen their understanding of the social world, this class sets a solid foundation for further study in the social sciences.

Foundations of Criminology
This course introduces the fundamental concepts of criminology, focusing on the study of crime, criminal behavior, and the criminal justice system. Students will explore various types of crime, factors influencing criminal behavior, and how society responds to crime. Topics include crime statistics, victimology, criminal law, and policy implications. Using real-life case studies and analytical tools, students will gain an understanding of criminological perspectives and their application in addressing current criminal justice issues.

Theories and Thinkers of Sociology and Criminology
Explore the ideas that have shaped sociology and criminology with a focus on influential thinkers and groundbreaking theories. This class covers major sociological and criminological theories, from classical frameworks to contemporary perspectives. Students will examine the works of key thinkers like Durkheim, Weber, Marx, Foucault, and others, understanding how their ideas contribute to our knowledge of society and criminal behavior. By analyzing these foundational theories, students will develop critical thinking skills and a deep understanding of how social forces and structures impact individual and group actions in society.
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