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professional online Academic Writing tutor Alexandra
Marketing and Business Management, Academic Research, Manchester Metropolitan University, Central Saint Martins, Istituto Marangoni London & Florence, University of Westminster, Cambridge University

Certified Professor in Academic Research and Writing

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2587 hours taught
5.0
professional online Academic Writing tutor Marisa
Pharmacology, North West University

I'm a passionate, well balanced university lecturer and researcher in Pharmacology. I specialize in cardiovascular and neuropsychiatric pharmacology as well as preclinical and clinical research in these areas.

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956 hours taught
4.9
professional online Academic Writing tutor Deirdre
Social Anthropology, University of Sussex

Anthropology PhD and University Lecturer

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1091 hours taught
5.0
professional online Academic Writing tutor Dr Steve
Doctorate, University College London: Institute of Education; Postgraduate in Philosophy: Birkbeck College, University of London; MA in Design: UAL Central Saint Martins;

I have 27 years of experience in tutoring and supporting learners to achieve their goals. I have a strong knowledge of excellent academic practice, developing your understanding of the arguments, and sharpening your subject comprehension, critical thinking, and essay writing and study skills for examination and assessment. I convert complicated theories and paradigms into straightforward ideas, with practical worth, and impart useful advice to my clients.

I tutor KS3, GCSE/IGCSE, A-Level/IAL-Level, AP, CAIE/CIE, EPQ, IB, IPQ, PRE-U, and SQA Learners, Undergraduate, Postgraduate/Doctoral Students, Oxbridge Entrance/UCAS Personal Statement Applicants, and US Common App/Ivy Applicants, College Essay Students, and Professional Clients.

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10819 hours taught
5.0
professional online Academic Writing tutor Amy
BA/MA English, Drama and Education , University of Cambridge

Hello! I am a Cambridge-educated tutor with years of experience in assisting students with academic work, in a variety of subjects, especially Psychology, Sociology, Education, Media and Research Methods - from undergraduate to Doctorate level. I am flexible, dedicated and personal in my approach, have an excellent eye for detail and criticality and happy to provide structuring, editing, proofreading and feedback services.

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2943 hours taught
5.0
professional online Academic Writing tutor Maria
Developmental Psychology and Clinical Practice; Clinical Psychology, UCL / Anna Freud Centre; University of Edinburgh

PhD candidate with extensive experience in psychology research, including primary author publications in high-impact journals. A hybrid statistics enthusiast and deep-thinking qualitative investigator. Read, run, and reflect a lot.

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258 hours taught
4.8
professional online Academic Writing tutor Oliver
Philosophy Politics and Economics; MA in International Relations (with distinction); doctorate in British European policy, University of Oxford (undergraduate); University of Nottingham (postgraduate)

Former University Lecturer and textbook author delivering outstanding sessions in Politics, International Relations, History, qualitative methods, academic writing and personal statements. Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, Member of The Tutors' Association and Enhance DBS checked.

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911 hours taught
5.0
professional online Academic Writing tutor Rosa
Linguistics, University of Edinburgh

I received my Master’s in Linguistics with Distinction at the University of Edinburgh. I have experience tutoring online and in-person and I have taught both one-on-one and group lessons. I offer free 15-20 minute introductory sessions to meet and discuss tutoring needs further.

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professional online Academic Writing tutor Dr William James
Medical Sciences, Anatomy and Surgery , University of Medical Science, Keele University School of Medicine, Queen Margaret's University

I am an experienced professor of anatomy, histology and embryology. I have spent several years in the health services sector and within medical education. My specialist subject is that of human anatomy. I cover all aspects of clinical anatomy, embryology and histology. Anatomy is a vast subject within the basic medical and healthcare sciences and I strongly believe in the importance of the subject within all of the allied health sciences. I offer students the opportunity from learning the subjects and systems approach to the subject both of which I am very versed with. I can help you prepare for board exams, OSCE, essay writing, and general study advice. I have also completed my surgical prescribers training in the United Kingdom and can help with students that are in need of a pharmacology tutor.

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1924 hours taught
5.0
professional online Academic Writing tutor Dr. Johan
PhD in Entrepreneurship, University of Strathclyde

Dr. Johan is a professional academic and business consultant based in Scotland. He is also the founder of Vox Solo a think tank based in Glasgow.

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2713 hours taught
5.0
professional online Academic Writing tutor anissa
International Relations, London School of Economics

Anissa is a Dr in International Relations (LSE) and an experienced academic, teacher, researcher, and editor with a background in academia and journalism

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786 hours taught
5.0
professional online Academic Writing tutor Sian
Marine biogeochemistry and modelling , Univeristy of East Anglia

Experienced biology and bioscience tutor, with a background in dissertations supervision and examinations. Science, learning and teaching are my passions. I also make sure that the students needs come first and I would like to share my passions to inspire the next generation of learners. I try to make my lessons inspiring, engaging, fun and a safe place to learn.

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599 hours taught
4.9

Recent Academic Writing Tutor Class Reviews

Cora - Lily- Academic Writing - Postgraduate
Wednesday May 2025
Cora is wonderful to work with! I can't recommend her enough.
Dr Carmen - Farjaha- Academic Writing - Postgraduate
Monday March 2025
Carmen has been very helpful by helping me to make sense of my Lit review. She has taken lots of time to go through each section with me and correcting me through which I have learnt a lot.
Cecily - Paula- Academic Writing - Postgraduate
Friday January 2025
Cecily is very responsive and considerate. She explains really well and makes you feel confident about the essays and tasks you are working on. :D
Yvonne - louise- Academic Writing - Undergraduate
Monday December 2024
help with the understanding of my report outcomes and to break down and gave great feed back for breaking down long sentences made me feel i had great understanding of what is expected from my lectures
Dr. Johan - marwan- Academic Writing - Dissertations
Monday November 2024
Johan is simply outstanding. thank you for your support
Donna - Richard- Academic Writing - Undergraduate
Tuesday November 2024
Donna provide the perfect balance of encouragement and solid experienced advice which is helping me greatly.
Toby - Abisade- Academic Writing - Undergraduate
Friday November 2024
Not helpful
Deirdre - Alister- Academic Writing - Postgraduate
Thursday November 2024
Deidre is worth every cent. She is extremely knowledgeable and professional and works with you to fully understand the finer details of your research and writing. I couldn't recommend her more highly.
Donna - Richard- Academic Writing - Undergraduate
Monday November 2024
I am really happy with my first lesson with Donna. It has already helped and encouraged me to keep learning.
Dr. Johan - marwan- Academic Writing - Dissertations
Wednesday October 2024
always excellent
Deirdre - Alister- Academic Writing - Postgraduate
Monday October 2024
Extremely knowledgeable, helpful and informative. I look forward to working with Deidre.
Yannis - Yasmin - Academic Writing - Dissertations
Wednesday October 2024
Very helpful

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Frequently Asked Questions for Academic Writing Tutors

How Do Spires’ Academic Writing Tutors Tailor Their Support To Individual Students?

Spires’ academic writing tutors offer tailored support by assessing each student’s writing abilities and targeting areas for improvement. With expertise in English, research-based writing, and advanced grammar, our tutors help students construct compelling essays and arguments.

By working with online academic writing tutors, students access flexible, interactive lessons suited to their academic level—whether for GCSEs, A-levels, or university coursework. Tutors provide resources and guidance to enhance clarity, structure, and analytical depth, ensuring students produce high-quality academic work with confidence.

What Skills Do Spires’ Academic Writing Tutors Help Students Develop?

Spires maintains a rigorous selection process, admitting only the top 4% of applicants to ensure students receive expert guidance from highly qualified academic writing tutors and online academic writing tutors. Our experienced tutors specialise in improving academic writing skills for essays, dissertations, coursework, and other academic projects.

Through personalised academic writing tutoring, tutors enhance critical thinking, essay structure, argument clarity, and grammar. They refine language use to meet subject-specific requirements, whether for A-levels, university applications, or postgraduate work. Spires provides a seamless online learning experience, handling private lessons, payments, and scheduling in one place so students can focus on developing their writing skills.

Does Academic Writing Tutoring Include Essay Writing Assistance?

Spires’ academic writing tutoring covers all aspects of essay writing, from proofreading and structuring to argument development and critical analysis. Our experienced academic writing tutors help students refine thesis statements, strengthen essay coherence, and apply advanced research techniques.

Lessons also include instruction on referencing styles (Harvard, APA, MLA, etc.), improving grammar, and crafting logical, persuasive arguments. Whether working on an essay, dissertation, or coursework, our online academic writing tutors provide expert feedback to help students meet and exceed academic standards.

How Can Students Choose the Best Academic Writing Tutor?

Spires makes it easy to connect with expert writing tutors, academic writing tutors, and essay writing tutors. Students can post their tutoring requirements on our platform, and qualified online academic writing tutors will bid to provide assistance.

Students can compare tutor profiles, reviews, and experience levels before selecting the ideal academic writing tutor for their subject. Each tutor offers a unique teaching approach, ensuring students find a match that aligns with their learning style and academic goals.

What Are the Key Benefits of Spires’ Academic Writing Tutoring?

Spires’ academic writing tutoring offers customised, flexible lessons designed to improve writing skills across various subjects. Each academic writing tutor uses proven teaching methods to enhance research, argument development, and overall writing quality.

Key benefits include:

Personalised guidance to address individual writing weaknesses.

Step-by-step support for essays, dissertations, and coursework.

Access to recorded lessons for convenient review.

Expert tutoring on exam preparation, referencing, and critical analysis.

This structured approach ensures students build confidence and achieve higher academic results.

How Much Do Private Online Academic Writing Tutors Charge in the UK?

Prices on Spires are set by individual tutors and vary based on academic level:

GCSE and A-level tutoring: From ÂŁ30/hour

Undergraduate and postgraduate tutoring: From ÂŁ40/hour

Chartered or professional qualifications: From ÂŁ50/hour

These rates reflect the tutor’s expertise, academic standards, and subject complexity. Spires offers secure payments and flexible scheduling, making high-quality academic writing tutoring accessible to students anywhere in the UK and beyond.

How Do I Find an Academic Writing Tutor on Spires?

To find the ideal academic writing tutor, students can post their learning requirements on Spires. Tutors bid on requests, allowing students to review their qualifications, teaching styles, and ratings before selecting the best match.

If online academic writing tutoring is preferred, students can specify this in their request. Spires’ advanced matching system connects learners with experienced tutors capable of supporting essay writing, dissertations, and subject-specific projects, ensuring high-quality academic progress.

What Makes Spires’ Academic Writing Tutors Stand Out?

Spires’ academic writing tutors undergo a stringent selection process, ensuring they possess exceptional qualifications, teaching experience, and subject expertise. Many tutors hold MSc, MA, or PhD degrees from top universities, providing students with access to advanced academic writing tutoring.

Our essay writing tutors specialise in guiding students through dissertations, coursework, and exam preparation. With personalised feedback and structured lesson plans, they help students refine grammar, strengthen arguments, and achieve consistent academic improvement.

How Can Academic Writing Tutoring Sessions Improve My Writing Skills?

Spires’ academic writing tutors begin with an assessment of each student’s writing abilities, identifying areas for development. Tutors provide targeted exercises to refine arguments, improve proofreading skills, and enhance essay structure.

Students gain:

Advanced understanding of referencing and formatting.

Improved essay coherence and logical structuring.

Tailored strategies for achieving higher academic grades.

Through expert guidance, students develop confidence in their academic writing and achieve superior results in assignments and exams.

What Do Students Say About Spires’ Academic Writing Tutoring?

Feedback from Spires students highlights significant academic improvement. In a recent survey, 81% of students reported at least a 1.5-grade increase after working with an academic writing tutor.

Students appreciate the personalised support, step-by-step essay guidance, and structured approach to writing improvement. Many find their writing clarity, critical thinking, and overall confidence greatly enhanced, leading to stronger academic performance.

Can I Reschedule Academic Writing Lessons if My Workload Changes?

Yes! Spires offers flexible scheduling, allowing students to coordinate with their academic writing tutor to reschedule lessons as needed. The platform tracks lesson times, ensuring students can adapt their tutoring sessions to fit their academic and personal commitments.

This flexibility ensures students receive consistent academic writing tutoring without disruption, helping them stay on track with coursework and essay deadlines.

Do Spires Academic Writing Tutors Offer Dissertation Tutoring?

Yes. Spires’ academic writing tutors provide dedicated dissertation tutoring, guiding students through research structuring, argument development, and writing refinement. Tutors help with:

Research methodology and data analysis.

Grammar, referencing, and citation accuracy.

Academic writing clarity and coherence.

Students working on dissertations, theses, or advanced academic projects benefit from expert tutoring that enhances their research and writing skills, improving their final grade prospects.

Can Spires academic writing tutors assist with university-level projects?

Absolutely. Spires’ academic writing tutors regularly support university students with essays, coursework, and complex research projects. Online academic writing tutors tailor each session to the student’s needs, focusing on advanced argumentation, structure, and referencing.

Whether writing literature reviews, history assignments, or analytical essays, students receive expert tutoring that strengthens critical thinking and academic writing proficiency, preparing them for postgraduate study or professional applications.

Do Spires Academic Writing Tutors Work With Adult Learners?

Yes. Spires’ academic writing tutors and essay writing tutors provide flexible tutoring solutions for adult learners. Whether based in London or accessing online tutoring worldwide, adult learners can improve their writing skills for academic, professional, or personal development.

Our tutors assist with:

Structuring and refining essays.

Advanced referencing techniques.

Critical thinking and argument development.

This tailored support ensures adult learners achieve their academic and career goals effectively.

Can Spires Online Academic Writing Tutors Help International Students Improve Their Writing Skills?

Yes. Spires’ academic writing tutors specialise in supporting international students by improving English fluency, academic writing structure, and referencing skills.

Tutors provide guidance on:

Advanced grammar and language clarity.

UK academic standards and writing conventions.

Structuring well-researched, persuasive essays.

Through personalised writing tutoring, international students enhance their academic performance and adapt successfully to UK or global education systems.

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