Econometrics
What is OLS? A plain-English guide to ordinary least squares
What OLS does, the assumptions behind it, how to interpret output, and where the method breaks down.
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Specialist online tuition from a
Cambridge PhD
economist
School exams and admissions support for parents and sixth-form students, or university and postgraduate help with modules, methods, problem sets and deadlines.
Dr Nicky Grant offers one-to-one online tuition in two areas: A-Level & Admissions for school students and parents, and University & Postgraduate for economics, econometrics, statistics, finance and dissertation methods.
3Cambridge degrees
12+Years university teaching
200+Hours A-Level & TMUA tuition
20+Oxbridge & top university applicants
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Free consultation
30-45 minutes to understand your goals and learning style. No obligation.
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Personalised plan
Built around your exact course, exam board and timeline.
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Begin sessions
Online 1-1 via video call. Adjust frequency and focus at any point.
I am a parent or sixth-form student
A-Level & Admissions
For A-Level Maths, Further Maths, A-Level Economics, TMUA and Oxbridge Economics preparation, with parent reassurance and a clear exam-focused plan.
- A-Level Maths & Further Maths
- A-Level Economics
- TMUA preparation
- Oxbridge economics: personal statement & interview
From £75/hour. TMUA & Oxbridge preparation £90/hour. Free 30-45 minute diagnostic consultation.
Choose A-Level & Admissions I am at university or postgraduate levelUniversity & Postgraduate
For undergraduates, MSc students and PhD researchers who need precise help with modules, problem sets, dissertations, software output or research methods.
- Economics, micro & macro theory
- Econometrics, statistics & data methods (Stata, R, EViews)
- Finance & financial econometrics
- Dissertation methodology & PhD-level support
Per-session rate agreed at consultation, matched to level and topic. Discounts for regular work. Free module diagnostic.
Choose University & PostgraduateWhy work with Nicky
High-level knowledge.
Clear personal teaching.
A Level to PhD range
Lessons can move from first-principles clarity to advanced econometrics or finance without losing structure, patience or exam focus.
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University teaching background
Former lecturer at Manchester and St Andrews, with experience teaching econometrics, financial econometrics, mathematical economics and statistics.
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Admissions preparation
Experience preparing 20+ students for Oxbridge and other highly selective university applications, including TMUA-style reasoning and interview practice.
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Precise diagnostic teaching
Sessions focus on the exact blockage: technique, confidence, algebra, model interpretation, essay structure, exam speed or proof-style reasoning.
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Resources
Study guides, notes
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Selected public resources for students who want to see the level, style and clarity of the teaching before getting in touch.
Time series
Time series econometrics: a complete guide
Stationarity, ARMA models, unit roots, autocorrelation, prediction and model selection, with companion video explanations.
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Econometrics lecture notes and problem sheets
Public notes, slides, problem sheets and worked solutions showing the quantitative depth behind the tuition.
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FAQs
A 30-45 minute video call to discuss where you are, what you're working towards, and how you learn best. I'll ask about your course, specific topics, and timeline. At the end I'll suggest an approach, there's no obligation to book sessions afterwards.
A-Level Maths, Further Maths and Economics are £75 per hour. TMUA and Oxbridge preparation are £90 per hour. University and postgraduate rates are agreed at the free consultation and matched to your level and topic, with discounts for regular sessions. Every engagement starts with a free 30 to 45 minute consultation, and the rate is always confirmed before any paid session.
Primarily online via video call with a shared digital whiteboard, which works very well for quantitative subjects. In-person sessions in the Manchester area may be possible for some students, please ask when you get in touch.
Yes. I have completed safeguarding courses with the National College and have experience working in secondary schools. I also hold a full Enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service (November 2025), available for verification by parents and schools on request.
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Get in touch to discuss your subject, level and deadline. I reply within one business day. The consultation is free and about 30-45 minutes.
Phone+44 7393 352 331
Form fallbackIf the form does not work, email directly: nicky.L.grant@gmail.com
LocationManchester / online UK-wide
Exact address shared only when needed for in-person arrangements
Exact address shared only when needed for in-person arrangements
Enhanced DBS Certificate available on request.
A-Level & Admissions enquiry
Useful details: exam board, year group, current grade, target grade, exam date, admissions deadline and difficult topics.
University & Postgraduate enquiry
Useful details: module title, degree level, topic list, deadline, software or dataset if relevant, and the specific point you are stuck on.