

Emily's profile and contact details have been verified by our team
Emily
- Rate R1454
- Response 3h
-
Students8
Number of students Emily has accompanied since joining Superprof
Number of students Emily has accompanied since joining Superprof

R1454/h
- English
- Modern Literature
- Poetry
- Dissertation
University English Literature Tutor (PhD) | Twentieth and Twenty-first Century Lit, Feminism, Critical Theory & Continental Philosophy
- English
- Modern Literature
- Poetry
- Dissertation
Lesson location
Recommended
Emily is a respected tutor in our community. She is highly recommended for her commitment and the quality of her lessons. A trusted partner on your learning journey.
About Emily
Hello, I’m Emily — a professional tutor with a PhD in English Literature and over a decade of experience supporting students in higher education. I’ve taught undergraduate courses at university level, including lectures and seminars, and have worked extensively one-to-one with students on their essays, dissertations, and research projects at both undergraduate and postgraduate level. I continue to tutor university students, helping them develop and refine their work — from essay planning and argument structure to theoretical engagement and academic writing style. My approach is thoughtful, methodical, and tailored to the needs of each student. My teaching and research background spans twentieth- and twenty-first-century literature, with a particular focus on science fiction, speculative fiction, and film. I also have extensive experience teaching and working with continental philosophy, feminist thought, and gender theory, and regularly support students who are engaging with thinkers such as Foucault, Butler, Derrida, and Deleuze. Whether you're looking for help clarifying complex theoretical ideas, developing a critical argument, or structuring a long-form piece of writing, I aim to provide clear, focused guidance and a supportive, intellectually rigorous space to grow in confidence and skill.
About the lesson
- Primary
- Secondary
- Matric/GCSE
- +9
levels :
Primary
Secondary
Matric/GCSE
AS Level
A Level
BTech
Adult education
Undergraduate
Masters
Diploma
Doctorate
MBA
- English
Languages in which the lesson is available :
English
My lessons are designed to support undergraduate and postgraduate students studying English Literature — particularly those working with twentieth and twenty-first century literature, critical theory, or continental philosophy. I take a methodical, student-led approach to teaching, helping you break down complex content into manageable parts. Whether you're grappling with dense theoretical texts or planning a dissertation, I’ll work with you step-by-step to develop clarity in both your thinking and your writing. A key focus of my lessons is helping students build strong, coherent arguments. We’ll look closely at how to plan and structure essays, organise your ideas effectively, and ensure each paragraph contributes to a clear, persuasive thesis. I also support students in developing their own critical voice — so they can move beyond description and into confident, original analysis. I can help with: Argument structure and essay planning Engaging with theorists like Foucault, Butler, Derrida, Deleuze and others - Close reading and integrating theory with text - Dissertations and long-form research projects - Academic writing, editing, and responding to feedback Every session is tailored to your goals, pace, and academic background. My aim is to create a focused, encouraging environment where you can approach difficult material with greater confidence and come away with clear, actionable progress.
Recommendations
Recommendations are written by the tutor's friends, family, and acquaintances.
Emily is a fantastic tutor — straight to the point, but supportive. She helped with planning essays and improving analysis, and it made a real difference.
Emily is very helpful and knows her subject really well. Her lessons are clearly structured and I learned a lot in our lessons.
Emily is a very warm and considerate tutor who is really kind and understanding towards her students. She is very knowledgeable in English and really helps her students with her knowledge of various exam formats.
See more recommendations
Rates
Rate
- R1454
Package rates
- 5h: R7270
- 10h: R14540
online
- R1454/h
Similar English tutor profiles
Marjolein
De Deur & online
- R375/h
- 1st lesson free
Mammuso
Roodepoort & online
- R300/h
- 1st lesson free
Marié
Pretoria & online
- R250/h
- 1st lesson free
Tapiwa
Sandton & online
- R250/h
- 1st lesson free
Davina
Cape Town & online
- R350/h
- 1st lesson free
Kashifa
Cape Town
- R200/h
Nomfundo
Centurion & online
- R150/h
- 1st lesson free
Maduo
Johannesburg & online
- R200/h
- 1st lesson free
Tina
Randburg & online
- R100/h
- 1st lesson free
Rainer
De Deur & online
- R225/h
- 1st lesson free
Leseli
Centurion & online
- R240/h
- 1st lesson free
Mafusi
Johannesburg & online
- R150/h
- 1st lesson free
Mamontseng
Maseru & online
- R250/h
- 1st lesson free
Joshua
Cape Town & online
- R280/h
- 1st lesson free
Lauren
Cape Town & online
- R480/h
- 1st lesson free
Chuchekani Nirvana
Johannesburg South & online
- R255/h
- 1st lesson free
Michelle
Cape Town & online
- R210/h
- 1st lesson free
Justice
Diepmeadow & online
- R100/h
- 1st lesson free
Sibusisiwe (Pamela Nontobeko)
Cape Town & online
- R250/h
- 1st lesson free
Randy
Johannesburg & online
- R200/h
- 1st lesson free
-
See English tutors
