Nexus BioEd Mentorship Programme

A structured pathway for anyone building an academic career in the biosciences, from developing study confidence as an undergraduate, to securing Senior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy as a lecturer. All mentoring is personalised to individual goals.

A diverse group of people in a mentoring discussion around a table

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Hourly mentoring tiers

Choose the level of support you need

Tier one

Foundation Mentorship

£30/hr

5hr package £140 (save £10) · 10hr package £270 (save £30)

Ideal for GCSE/A-Level, Foundation Year and first-year undergraduates building study skills and confidence.

  • Study planning & academic goal setting
  • Time management
  • Learning strategies & exam preparation
  • Assignment planning & progress reviews
Tier three

Academic Career Mentorship

£70/hr

Ideal for PhD students, early career researchers, aspiring lecturers and professionals transitioning into UK Higher Education.

  • Becoming a university lecturer
  • Academic CV, cover letter & interview preparation
  • Teaching portfolio development
  • AFHEA / FHEA / SFHEA Fellowship guidance
  • Publication planning & grant application advice
  • Research strategy & academic networking

Students who book a 10-hour package receive a 10% discount, and returning clients enjoy a 5% loyalty discount on future packages. Institutional consultancy, workshops and bespoke mentoring programmes are available on request. Contact us for a tailored quotation.

Monthly mentorship packages

Predictable, ongoing support

Starter

£99/month

Suitable for students needing occasional guidance.

  • 2 hours of mentoring per month
  • Email support
  • Personal study plan
  • Resource recommendations
  • Monthly progress review
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Professional

£199/month

Designed for students and researchers seeking regular support.

  • 5 hours of mentoring per month
  • Priority booking
  • Assignment & academic writing guidance
  • Research support & email support
  • Monthly action plan & progress tracking
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Premium

£399/month

Comprehensive mentoring for ambitious students, researchers and early-career academics.

  • 10 hours of mentoring per month
  • Unlimited email support (fair use)
  • Priority scheduling
  • Dissertation, research & scientific writing support
  • Research proposal & grant application guidance
  • Fellowship application mentoring
  • Quarterly strategic career review
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All mentoring programmes are personalised to individual goals and can be adapted to suit students, researchers, educators and academic professionals. Group mentoring and institutional packages are available on request.

Client experiences

What mentees say

"The Foundation Mentorship gave me a study routine that actually fit around my schedule, instead of fighting it. My confidence going into exams this year was completely different."

Priya, Undergraduate mentee

"Structured, specific feedback on my dissertation methodology at exactly the right stages. Not generic advice, but comments that clearly came from someone who understood the research."

Daniel, Postgraduate research mentee

"The Fellowship application support was the difference between a generic personal statement and one that properly mapped onto the UKPSF dimensions. I was successful at first attempt."

Dr Amara, Early Career Lecturer

Questions

Mentoring FAQs

Q:How does academic mentoring differ from tutoring?

A:Tutoring covers subject content, exam technique, coursework and university application support, including Oxbridge and medical or dental admissions coaching. Mentoring is for postgraduate and academic career progression, covering study skills, research planning, academic writing, Fellowship applications and career progression.

Q:How much does mentoring cost?

A:Hourly mentoring runs from £30 to £70 depending on tier, with discounted 5 and 10 hour packages. Monthly plans are also available from £99 to £399 per month.

Q:Is mentoring available internationally?

A:Yes. Mentoring is delivered online worldwide via Microsoft Teams, Zoom, WhatsApp or Google Meet, as well as in person where location and availability allow.

Q:Can I try a session before committing?

A:Yes, monthly mentoring plans include a free discovery call before you commit, and a free introductory consultation is available for hourly mentoring too.

For senior academics & institutions

Executive academic mentorship

Bespoke mentoring for principal investigators, university leaders and institutions, covering research strategy, publication planning, leadership coaching and funding strategy.

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