Dr Adrian

MENTORS PROFILES

Dr Adrian

About Me

As a tutor for three years at the University of Edinburgh and a lecturer for a year at the University of Chester, he taught classes on a range of themes (from witchcraft to youth culture), periods (from early modernity to contemporary history), and places (from Europe to the Caribbean). ‘Adrian’s tutorials’, a student at Edinburgh wrote, ‘were always something to look forward to. He is engaging and funny, and he is very good at challenging student responses in order for us to get the most out of the lesson.’ Whilst able to adapt to very different courses, his teaching always hones:

Critical thinking by taking into account key facts and evidence
Connected thinking by engaging with wider debates
Creative thinking by interpreting the past in new ways

He also worked as a writing tutor at Edinburgh, teaching students how to read and write for argument and boosting their grades in the process. Such skills are more important than ever given the diffi culties many had with long-form text and increased pressures on their attention. Crucially, they are also transferable, providing them with the skills needed for life beyond the classroom and future employment.

Tutor

My daughter, Sofia, struggled with History until Adrian’s bespoke tutoring sessions. His customised resources and clear explanations made the subject much more accessible and interesting.

Carlos

Parent of Sofia, Madrid, Spain

Adrian’s tailored lessons in English Language helped my son, Oliver, improve his writing skills dramatically. The personalised worksheets made learning engaging and effective.

Emma

Parent of Oliver, Manchester, UK

★★★★★

Testimonials

Thanks to Adrian’s tailored lessons in History and English Language, I gained confidence and achieved better grades than I ever expected.

Liam

Student, Bangkok, Thailand

Adrian’s support in English Literature was outstanding. His personalised approach and targeted feedback helped me understand complex texts and improve my essays.