1:1 Coaching Sessions

1. Initial Assessment and Goal Setting

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• Understanding Yourself: Assess your strengths, weaknesses, and learning style.

• Identify Goals: Short-term (e.g., passing an exam) and long-term (e.g., improving academic writing or securing admission to a specific programme).

• Baseline Skills: Evaluate your current level in areas like study skills, time management, writing, research, and critical thinking.​

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2. Personalized Action Planning

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• Develop a roadmap with clear milestones to track progress.

• Include academic, professional and personal development goals.

• Align the plan to your needs and deadlines.

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3. Time Management and Organization Skills

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• Develop strategies for effective time management (e.g., prioritization, using planners, and digital tools).

• Help organize your study schedule to balance academic, work, and personal commitments.

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4. Study Techniques and Learning Strategies

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• Memory aids (e.g., mnemonics, active recall).

• Note-taking strategies (e.g., Cornell method).

• Critical reading and annotation techniques.

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5. Academic English Skills​

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• Learn how to structure essays, reports, and dissertations.

• Learn and practice how to develop coherent arguments and maintaining academic tone.

• Referencing and avoiding plagiarism.

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6. Exam Preparation and Stress Management

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• Tailored revision techniques for a range of English language exams, including IELTS, PTE and TOEFL

• Mock tests and performance reviews.

• Stress-reduction strategies, such as mindfulness or breathing exercises.

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7. Research Skills

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• Identifying credible sources.

• Conducting literature reviews.

• Organizing and synthesizing research findings.

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8. Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

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• Analyzing arguments and evaluating evidence.

• Improving logical reasoning skills.

• Applying theories to real-world scenarios.

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9. Communication Skills

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• Enhancing oral presentations and public speaking.

• Practicing for group discussions or interviews.

• Improving email and academic correspondence etiquette.

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10. Continuous Feedback and Adaptation

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• Regular reviews of progress and challenges.

• Adjusting the action plan as needed.

• Providing constructive feedback on your work.

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11. Career or Further Study Guidance​

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• Assisting with CVs, personal statements, and applications.

• Helping identify opportunities for internships or further studies.

• Aligning academic efforts with career aspirations.

1:1 Mentoring Sessions

1. Establishing a Supportive Relationship

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• Build Trust: Work with an experienced mentor in  a safe, non-judgmental space for open dialogue.

• Your mentor's role is as a guide and support system rather than a problem-solver.

• Work together to agree on the frequency and structure of sessions, and define boundaries.

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2. Understand your Aspirations

• In a mentoring conversation, your mentor will work to help you better understand your academic, career, or personal goals.

• You will learn how to explore in more depth your values, interests, and skills.

• Your mentor will help you to understand your  challenges and barriers.

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3. Goal Setting and Long-Term Vision

• Your mentor will work closely with you to help you to articulate your long-term goals (e.g., academic success, career progression, personal growth).

• You will learn how to break these down into smaller, actionable steps.

• You will also learn how to align your goals with your passions and strengths.

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4. Personal and Professional Development

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• With your mentor, you will uncover insights on developing leadership, decision-making, and resilience.

• Discuss strategies for building self-confidence and self-awareness.

• Your mentor will offer advice on balancing academic, personal, and professional responsibilities.

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5. Sharing Knowledge and Experiences

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• Share your own experiences, successes, and lessons learned.

• Provide examples of overcoming similar challenges.

• Offer access to your professional network where appropriate.

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6. Skill Development

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• Focus on transferable skills like communication, teamwork, and problem-solving.

• Support them in developing technical or academic skills related to their field.

• Encourage participation in extracurricular or networking opportunities.

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7. Navigating Academic and Career Pathways

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• Offer advice on navigating the education system or workplace.

• Assist with applications, personal statements, and interviews.

• Guidance in making informed decisions about your academic or career path.

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8. Emotional and Motivational Support

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• Your mentor is a sounding board for concerns, frustrations, or fears.

• They will provide encouragement and celebrate achievements, big or small.

• Your mentor will help you to develop a growth mindset to approach challenges positively.

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A Mentoring session is the ideal opportunity to learn from someone who has had a similar experience, has that extra knowledge and skills in order to pass on to you, to help you to move forward.

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Mentoring conversations can be tailored around many aspects in life: ''I don't know what to do after my studies'', ''I am nervous to start my studies in the UK'', ''I am about to move to a foreign country and don't know where to start with settling in'', etc...

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This is a great opportunity to have a 1:1 mentoring conversation with a professional mentor of 5yrs+ experience.