Academic Essay Basics
Academic Essay Basics builds the foundations of scholarly writing for students aged 12-18. Across 12 live online sessions, students master research methods, MLA and Chicago citation, thesis development and evidence-based argumentation, finishing with one fully graded essay. The course teaches the techniques used by our John Locke Essay Competition candidates - 93% of whom were shortlisted in 2026 - and prepares students to progress into competition-specific tracks.
$870 USD
$870 USD
Early Bird until December 31 2026
Schedule (Dubai Time)
Semester
Term 3 2026
Starts January 9th, 2026
Class Size
Max 8 students
What You'll Learn
By the end of this course, students will have developed key skills in scholars program.
10-Week Curriculum
Click each week to see what's covered
What's Included
Everything you need for a complete learning experience
Live Zoom Classes
2-hour interactive sessions with breakout rooms
Small Groups
Max 8 students for personal attention
Hub Access
Recordings, resources, and progress tracking
Tournament Support
Registration and coaching for competitions