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2628 Hours Taught
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83% of our surveyed students achieved a grade increase*
On average, students improved by +1.4 grades after working with The Profs.
* Data based on respondents to The Profs Client Feedback Survey 2025
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Arjun
6890 Hours Taught
Leading University Tutor delivering one-to-one online Tuition.
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Highly experienced Mathematics, Statistics and admissions test tutor with a PhD from the University of Sheffield
Dr Arjun has been a full-time tutor for more than a decade. He has a Master’s in Mathematics from the University of Bath and completed his PhD at the University of Sheffield. Dr Arjun has successfully supported students with preparation for admissions tests including the SAT, GMAT and GRE, as well as on Mathematics and Statistics courses at top universities, including LSE, King’s College London, and Oxford. In addition to being an expert in his subject, Dr Arjun encourages students to find their own interests and equips them with the tools to enhance their own knowledge and self-confidence throughout their education.
Attended institutions:
- University of Sheffield
- University of Bath
Tormod
5357 Hours Taught
Top University Tutor for tailored online Tutoring.
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Trained Anthropologist, EU-funded researcher and highly experienced Humanities tutor
Tormod has been a professional private tutor for over 7 years. He is a trained anthropologist with over a decade of experience lecturing at postgraduate-level at Roehampton University, as well as undertaking EU-funded research into human rights issues. Tormod has a successful track record of working with students on a wide range of topics in several academic disciplines, including Anthropology, Sociology, Psychology, Geography, Political Science, and more. He also has thorough knowledge of the university system and has more than 10 years of experience marking exam papers, coursework and dissertations. Tormod uses a personalised approach to learning to help his students find tools that work for them and focuses on how they can use their studies to engage with what they are truly passionate about.
Attended institutions:
- Roehampton University
Mark
5219 Hours Taught
Specialist University Tutor offering student-focused online study support.
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Marketing and Business tutor with more than 20 years’ experience in higher education
Mark is a Marketing and Business tutor with more than 20 years’ experience in higher education. He has a Master’s in Fashion and Textiles from RMIT University and is a UK Marketing and Business Mentor with the Chartered Institute of Marketing. In his career as an educator, Mark has been a Senior Lecturer in Australia for two decades as well as lecturing at universities in the UK, including being the Programme Leader for the Introduction to Marketing Studies course at New College of the Humanities. He also has a wealth of professional experience, working for various e-commerce fashion brands and closely with museum and gallery curators.
Attended institutions:
- Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne Australia
- Academy of Design Australia
- RMIT University Melbourne Australia
Don
5081 Hours Taught
Professional University Tutor for tailored online Tutoring.
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Cambridge and UCL graduate with more than 11 years’ experience tutoring Economics, Mathematics, Philosophy and Psychology
Dr Don is a highly experienced, full-time Economics, Mathematics, Philosophy and Psychology tutor. He has two Master’s degrees in Mathematics (from the University of Cambridge) and Philosophy (from UCL), as well as two PhDs from UCL and the University of London, and more than 11 years’ tutoring experience. Dr Don has successfully supported students with applications to Oxbridge and has tutored university students at Oxbridge, LSE and Harvard. He adopts a personalised approach to tutoring his students and encourages them to build on their strengths and develop the necessary skills for higher-level study.
Attended institutions:
- University of Cambridge
- University College London (University of London)
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How does The Profs select and vet university tutors?
The Profs runs one of the most rigorous tutor selection processes in the UK. Only around 3% of applicants are accepted to the network. Every university tutor is assessed against academic background, teaching track record and subject-specific experience before being matched with an undergraduate or postgraduate student.
- All tutors hold a university degree; 98% hold postgraduate qualifications and 45% hold doctorates
- Minimum two years' teaching or tutoring experience; average experience is more than 10 years
- Identity verification and an enhanced DBS check are completed for 100% of tutors
- Many tutors are current or former university lecturers, examiners, or industry professionals with recent subject practise
- Each tutor is vetted against the student's course, module content and assessment type (seminar essays, lab reports, dissertations, exams)
What academic, professional and subject expertise do The Profs' university tutors bring?
University-level support demands subject depth and assessment experience. The Profs' tutors combine advanced academic credentials with practical marking and supervisory experience:
- Deep subject knowledge at undergraduate, Master's and PhD level
- Familiarity with university marking criteria, assessment rubrics and common pitfalls for coursework and exams
- A structured approach that builds critical thinking, research skills and independent learning rather than short-term memorisation
- Flexible teaching styles to match student needs - from lab technique and problem sets to essay structure and dissertation supervision
How much progress and grade improvement can a university student expect with The Profs?
Outcomes at university level are strong. Internal data shows 93% of undergraduate students report a grade improvement after working with The Profs, and 57% of undergraduate students go on to achieve a First-class result in their degree.* Progress is monitored and structured so gains are sustainable across terms and modules.
- Tutors identify gaps in subject knowledge and target them with tailored reading, practice and feedback
- Sessions focus on academic skills: essay structure, literature review, lab write-up technique, referencing, and exam technique
- Work is scaffolded so students improve independent study habits and research confidence
- Typical signals of progress include clearer argumentation, higher marks on assessed work and better time management in timed assessments
* Based on The Profs Client Feedback Survey 2025
What is The Profs' track record for university admissions and degree outcomes?
The Profs reports a sustained record of high performance across admissions and degree-level support:
- 99% of students using admissions programmes gain their first or second-choice university offer
- Oxbridge acceptance rate for students working with The Profs is c.66% (around three times the national average)
- Long-term student feedback has delivered a Trustpilot rating of 4.9/5 since 2016
How do I start university tuition with The Profs?
Getting started is straightforward and fast:
- Complete a short contact form giving course, module and goal details — or call the team on +44 208 004 7639
- Attend a free consultation with an education consultant to capture syllabus, assessment types, deadlines and timeline
- The Profs uses a smart-match algorithm and Client Success review to propose the best-fit tutor
- A half-hour introductory call between student and proposed tutor confirms fit; the £70 placement fee is invoiced only when the match is approved
- Most students begin within one to two working days of confirming the match
Are university tutoring sessions online or in person?
All tuition is delivered online via live video calls to provide flexibility around seminars, labs and timetables. Online delivery includes:
- Live video conferencing compatible with desktop and mobile
- Interactive shared whiteboard (BitPaper), screen share and integrated file exchange
- Specialist tools where required - coding IDEs, graphing tools, statistical software screen-share
- 100% of sessions recorded and downloadable for revision
How quickly are sessions recorded, and what between-lesson support is provided?
Sessions are recorded and available shortly after each lesson so students can revisit feedback when drafting essays or revising for exams. Tutors also provide WhatsApp support for quick queries outside lessons and written action points after each session to guide independent study.
What are typical hourly rates and fees for university tutors?
Undergraduate tuition with The Profs starts from £75 per hour. The one-off placement fee is £70 and is charged only after you approve the proposed tutor. Rates vary by subject, tutor seniority and the complexity of support required (dissertation supervision, specialist lab tuition or professional qualifications).
- Hourly rates start from £75 for undergraduate support
- Placement fee: one-off £70, invoiced when the student approves the match
- Payments are handled securely via Stripe (PCI-DSS compliant)
- No long-term contracts - you pay only for booked hours
Do you offer discounts or flexible payment options for university tutoring?
Yes. To reduce overall cost families can choose prepaid packages or block bookings. Typical options include:
- 5% discount for 10 hours prepaid
- 10% discount for 20 hours prepaid
- Session bundles and block bookings for term-long support
- An education consultant can recommend the most cost-effective plan for your goals
How does tuition prepare students for the next academic stage or career pathway?
University tutoring is structured to support immediate assessment needs and longer-term academic progression:
- Support extends beyond passing modules to building research technique, dissertation planning and critical analysis
- Admissions coaching is available for postgraduate and competitive undergraduate entry, including interview practice and personal statement refinement
- Tutors help students prepare for professional pathways by focusing on discipline-specific skills and independent project management
- Many students continue with the same tutor across degree years for continuity and improved outcomes
Why do most students rebook or continue with The Profs?
Over 90% of The Profs' students rebook the following term. Families cite continuity of support, tutor familiarity with specific modules and consistent improvement in marks and academic confidence as the main reasons to continue.
Are there minimum commitments or recommended scheduling for university tuition?
The Profs recommends a minimum placement of five hours to establish momentum. Typical first sessions are two hours, and weekly or twice-weekly lessons are common depending on deadlines and exam schedules. Internal data suggests 21 hours of tuition can significantly raise degree outcomes and 40 hours often improves performance by two grade boundaries in targeted modules.
Which exams, entrance tests and target universities do your tutors support?
Yes. University tutors cover module syllabuses and common admissions tests as well as preparation for applications to leading universities. Relevant coverage includes:
- Admissions tests: UCAT, BMAT, LNAT, MAT, TMUA and other course-specific assessments
- Preparation for UCAS applications and interview practice for Russell Group and Oxbridge candidates
- Subject-specific support mapped to common A-Level awarding bodies where relevant (AQA, OCR, Edexcel) for students transitioning into university
- Target universities commonly supported include Oxford, Cambridge, London School of Economics, Imperial College London, University College London, King’s College London, University of Edinburgh, University of Manchester and University of Warwick
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* Based on The Profs Client Feedback Survey 2025.The UK’s highest rated tuition company since 2016 on Trustpilot
