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- Rate €34
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€34/h
1st lesson free
- History
- Current affairs
- Politics
- International relationships
- Foreign Politics
Highly experienced Oxbridge PhD-educated online History, Politics and International Relations tutor: offering A-Level, International Baccalaureate, undergraduate and Master's level tuition and support
- History
- Current affairs
- Politics
- International relationships
- Foreign Politics
Lesson location
Recommended
Shaun is a respected tutor in our community. He is highly recommended for his commitment and the quality of his lessons. An excellent choice to progress with confidence.
About Shaun
For almost 15 years, I've been teaching History, Politics, International Relations and English as a Foreign Language online to students from all over the world. I have a comprehensive academic background: including holding a Master's degree in History of International Relations from the London School of Economics (LSE); a Bachelor's in History from the University of East Anglia (UEA); and studying for a doctorate in History at the University of Oxford. I also work as an academic editor, and have huge experience of helping some of the finest academics in the world - many of them professors and lecturers at the University of Cambridge - publish ground-breaking books, chapters and peer-reviewed journal articles across the humanities and social sciences. What I love about tutoring is the chance to work one-to-one with a student and zone in on their particular learning needs. I have a great deal of empathy, which enables me to quickly assess what materials and what method of teaching will work best. I use videos a great deal in helping explain various themes, periods and issues; but my aim is always to ask lots of questions and help my students learn how to think and write critically and with confidence. A-Level, IB and university students will be treated by me as adults, fully capable of forming and expressing their own views. My job is to give them the tools to do so as effectively and analytically as possible, so preparing them to utilise these hugely important, richly valuable skills in the wider working world afterwards. I hugely enjoy my job. Having the chance to make a positive difference in people's lives and helping them fulfil their academic potential is enormously rewarding. I hope I can do the same for you or your child too!
About the lesson
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Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
Diploma
Doctorate degree
Barrister-at-law degree
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
From A-Level upwards, both History and Politics require an increasingly analytical approach from students. That's why the most important skill they can ever develop is critical thinking, enabling them to separate fact from fiction, objectivity from bias, but also to contextualise events from when they were taking place. Understanding the many different sides to a story, rather than forming an instant judgement, is often key. In History, knowledge of ongoing historiographical debates and controversy in areas such as (among many others), Hitler's rise to power or the origins of the Cold War is also paramount. This becomes ever more the case at university: which demands more and more reading around the subject, encourages a sense of intellectual freedom, and rewards the confidence to argue a case effectively and with properly researched evidence. My students succeed because I simultaneously challenge them and build their self-confidence. My background as an editor also gives me great skills as a writing coach: I use Google Docs to work interactively with students in correcting their writing, ask questions and make recommendations around essays and dissertations. One Russian student started A Level Politics with incredibly little knowledge of UK politics, poor levels of English grammar and almost no awareness of how to write essays. She moved from not even Grade E when starting to achieving an excellent, hugely deserved B after two years with me. Her mother thanked me for having taught her patience and giving her the opportunity to delve into, think and analyse all manner of different themes and issues. I also work with undergraduate students at Cambridge, especially around their end-of-degree dissertations. I proofread their drafts, make suggestions and bounce ideas off them. Their marks have improved enormously as a result: often rising more than a full grade, from lower-second class to achieving a first. Depending on your availability, budget and learning style, classes can be 45, 60, 75 or 90 minutes in length. It's entirely up to you. The first class, when we can see whether we are a good fit and if my teaching methodology suits you, is free.
Recommendations
Recommendations come from relatives, friends and acquaintances of the teacher
Shaun’s classes are incredibly dynamic and enjoyable. He creates a motivating atmosphere, explains clearly, and keeps every session engaging. I truly recommend him—he’s a fantastic teacher.
Shaun is an outstanding editor! Every chapter and journal I have published since becoming a lecturer in 2014 has been reviewed by Shaun. He glides through my work, subtly reworking grammatical mistakes and effortlessly removing some of the wordiness. What is left is a lighter, punchier version that still retains my voice. He is a very skilled practitioner, and I recommend him wholeheartedly.
I’ve been doing conversation classes with Shaun for the last two years, and it’s been great. The topics are varied, but sports and global culture are our favourite! No doubt, the classes helped me a lot and know I feel much more confident.
Shaun has been my English teacher since May, and I truly have no words to describe his quality as a teacher. He always teaches in a creative, comprehensive, and engaging way that motivates students. Unlike other teachers, it's very difficult to get bored in a class with Shaun. He always offers dynamic creative thinking activities that undoubtedly engage us as students.
Shaun helped me refine my spoken and written English in preparation for university applications. We worked one-on-one for a few months, and I couldn’t have asked for a better teacher! Rest assured, Shaun will guide you toward excellence while remaining supportive and funny throughout.
I have known Shaun for a long time and have consistently relied on his support with editing and proofreading academic articles and research papers. He is a highly efficient and reliable professional who responds promptly, even when requests are made on short notice.
Shaun’s Superprof style is supportive, detail-oriented, and intellectually engaged. He brings clarity and precision to written work, helping elevate it to a higher academic standard.
I highly recommend Shaun to the Superprof community. His expertise, responsiveness, and commitment to quality make him an invaluable resource for anyone seeking assistance with academic writing and research editing.Shaun is a genius that edits and proof-reads Cambridge professors' work - his understanding of the English language and good prose is second to none and I have no hesitation recommending him.
Shaun is truly a TEACHER. He has the tools, the skills, the quality, and the academic background required to teach effectively. I was not simply looking for a native speaker – which Shaun also happens to be – but rather for a professional with a high level of teaching expertise.
I highly recommend Shaun as a teacher. He is patient, clear, and always well-prepared for each class. His teaching style is dynamic and engaging, which makes learning both enjoyable and effective. Shaun explains concepts in a simple way, adapts to the student’s needs, and provides practical examples that really help to improve. Thanks to his guidance, I feel more confident and motivated to keep learning.
Shaun is an excellent teacher. His lessons go beyond just English, I also learned about culture, history, and even football while improving my language skills. His accent really helped me to understand and feel confident speaking with anyone. I learned a lot from him and would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a patient, knowledgeable, and engaging teacher.
I highly recommend Shaun as an English teacher. He is a dedicated professional who goes beyond traditional methods, creating engaging and dynamic lessons. What I value the most is that he does not simply “follow the book” — instead, he encourages meaningful conversations and critical thinking, which makes every class both enjoyable and enriching. His unique approach helps students not only improve their English skills, but also feel more confident using the language in real-life situations.
Shaun is such a great tutor, always focusing on his students’ needs and progress. Always making sure the lessons are enjoyable whilst also ensuring his students achieve their potential. One couldn’t wished for a better teacher!
Shaun is honest, credible, patient and emphatic. He is highly educated and takes everyone as an individual.
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- €34
Pack prices
- 5h: €155
- 10h: €293
online
- €34/h
free lessons
The first free lesson with Shaun will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 1hr
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