Planning to study in Higher Education?

Already on a university degree in one of the following?

architecture, art & design, allied health, counselling, psychotherapy, criminology, law, politics,
social work, nursing?

Then learn effective study skills.

Scared you might not do yourself justice on your degree? Universities often teach in unfamiliar ways and the right ‘fit’ for the support you need might not be available in-house or when transferred to external agencies, as many universities do. Similarly, you may seek out a private tutor and find that their methods don’t align with your learning style.

I can help. I’m Maxine, a specialist study skills tutor. I set up Meelia Inspiration Study Skills to give people like you proven, actionable objectives that help you ace every challenge.

Maybe you’ve signed up for an allied-health degree such as podiatry or physiotherapy. Perhaps you’re studying for a social work, psychology, psychotherapy, criminology, nursing studies or architecture degree. Or maybe you’re transitioning from A-levels or a BTEC National Diploma.

If so, it’ll pay you to learn effective study skills first.

Maxine Meelia

ABOUT ME

I’m fully qualified to get you the help you need in higher education or even if you’re just preparing to enter uni. I too was once in your shoes, so I get it: the anxiety-inducing deadline dates and the distractions clogging your precious time.

I have a Master’s degree in Cognitive Linguistics, recognised teaching certificates for those aged 16+, and the Patoss-approved OCR Level 5 teaching certificate. This endorses me as an SpLD Study Skills Tutor for supporting students with an SpLD, such as dyslexia.

Find out more about how I can help you here

Discover how my background and qualifications can boost your grades.

Following an initial one-to-one consultancy, choose from a menu of services tailored to your needs.

Don’t be shy. Get in touch for a chat with no obligation.

Get in touch with Meelia Inspiration Study Skills today on 07905 175245 and unlock your learning potential.

“When I began my Master’s course, I was diagnosed with dyslexia – something I had long suspected. I knew I needed support with my academic skills, and I was assigned a tutor, Maxine. She was incredibly understanding and patient, always making me feel capable and never inadequate. I genuinely enjoyed our sessions and, with her help, I achieved a Merit. I wholeheartedly recommend Maxine, whether you’re a younger student or, like me, a more mature learner.”

Alex Taylor, MSc Degree, Psychodynamic Counselling & Psychotherapy with Children and Adolescents

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“The study skills guidance helped me stay organised by allowing me to outline my essays in advance and focus on achieving smaller objectives each week rather than cramming everything at the last moment.”

Rebecca Jones, BA(Hons)
International Development with Sociology, (Portsmouth)

How can I help you?

Sessions are on online platforms such as Microsoft Teams and Google Meet. We’ll work out the best fit for you after an initial meeting. That could be small groups and/or one-to-ones.

You also have the option of real-life group meetings every three to four months to help build a supportive ‘community learners’ network.

Study skills for neurodivergent students

If you are diagnosed with a neurodivergent condition and in receipt of DSA2, some higher education establishments might not cater for you as well as you’d like. Maybe you suspect you have DCD (formally dyspraxia), dyslexia, and/or ADHD. Perhaps you live with a mental-health condition.

Meeting deadlines can be stressful, with some students saying university study skills provision for the neurodivergent is hit and miss. So let’s find out where you’re at and give you a tailored roadmap to help you understand those vital academic processes, plan your workload effectively, and take your anxiety away.

“I would recommend Maxine to anyone looking for neurodivergent support through their academic work. I had a late dyslexia and dyspraxia diagnosis and worked with Maxine during my Master’s degree. Her support was phenomenal, helping me to shape the knowledge and analysis in my head into a form that met the academic criteria.”

Stacey, MA Degree, Children, Youth & International Development

What study skills will you gain?

With my help, you can:

  • Be a more efficient learner
  • Improve your time management
  • Get better assignment-writing skills
  • Improve your memory and recall strategies
  • Present work in a way that gets the best grades.
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“When I began my Master’s course, I was diagnosed with dyslexia – something I had long suspected. I knew I needed support with my academic skills, and I was assigned a tutor, Maxine. She was incredibly understanding and patient, always making me feel capable and never inadequate. I genuinely enjoyed our sessions and, with her help, I achieved a Merit. I wholeheartedly recommend Maxine, whether you’re a younger student or, like me, a more mature learner.”

Alex, MSc Degree, Psychodynamic Counselling & Psychotherapy with Children and Adolescents

Unlock your learning potential

Let’s have a no-obligation chat today to talk about how study skills can help you navigate the tricky higher education landscape. Let me unlock your learning potential.

Call Maxine today on 07905 175245 or email me here

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