Dr Danny Buck

History, English and University Preparation Tutor

Norwich-based | Online tuition

Dr Danny Buck is a highly accomplished academic, research historian and experienced tutor with a specialist background in Early Modern History, witchcraft, magic and belief. He supports learners across History, English, entrance exams and university preparation, bringing rigorous academic knowledge together with experience teaching undergraduates and tutoring students online.

Danny’s academic background includes a BA in Modern History from Lincoln College, Oxford, and a PhD in Early Modern History. His doctoral research focused on the political and religious factors behind the 1645 Great Yarmouth witch-hunt, reflecting his ability to conduct detailed, original historical research.

Subjects:

History, English, English Literature, English Language, English as a second language, verbal reasoning and university preparation

Levels:

KS1, KS2, KS3, GCSE, A Level, undergraduate preparation, 11+, 13+ and university applications

Best suited for:

Learners needing support with History, English, entrance exams, academic writing, revision skills, university applications, personal statements, interview preparation and Russell Group entrance preparation

Delivery:

Online tuition

Key strengths:

Early Modern History, witchcraft history, academic research, university-level teaching, History tuition, English tuition, entrance exam preparation, Russell Group applications and support for international students

Professional background

Danny holds a BA in Modern History from Lincoln College, Oxford, and a PhD in Early Modern History.

As a research historian, Danny has publications and media appearances to his name. He contributed a chapter to the Routledge volume Folklore, Magic, and Witchcraft and has appeared as a guest on history podcasts including History Rage and Witches of Scotland.

Danny has extensive experience teaching at university level. As an Associate Tutor for the University of East Anglia, he led seminars and lectures on courses including Introduction to Early Modern Europe and Witchcraft, Magic, and Belief. This experience gives him a strong understanding of the academic expectations students may encounter in higher education.

Danny has been teaching undergraduates since 2017 and has worked with G5 Tutoring since 2021, providing a range of online teaching services. He is experienced in creating his own educational content for both native English speakers and international students.

Teaching approach

Danny’s teaching focuses on helping students build knowledge, confidence and independent academic skills. He supports learners not only with subject content, but also with revision strategies, written work and the ability to improve and refine their own responses.

His approach is particularly suited to students preparing for exams, entrance assessments or university applications. Danny helps learners understand complex material, develop stronger arguments and present their ideas clearly, whether they are working towards school exams, undergraduate study or competitive university entrance.

Danny’s key areas of expertise

• History tuition from KS1 to A Level
• University degree preparation in History
• Early Modern History
• Witchcraft, magic and belief
• English Literature
• English Language
• KS1, KS2 and KS3 English
• GCSE English Literature and Language
• 11+ preparation
• 13+ preparation
• Verbal reasoning
• UCAS applications
• Personal statement guidance
• Interview training
• Russell Group entrance preparation
• Academic writing
• Revision skills
• Support for international students
• English as a second language, including grammar, listening, reading and comprehension

Qualifications and professional experience

• BA in Modern History from Lincoln College, Oxford
• PhD in Early Modern History
• Doctoral research on the 1645 Great Yarmouth witch-hunt
• Research historian with publications and media appearances
• Chapter contribution to Folklore, Magic, and Witchcraft, published by Routledge
• Podcast guest appearances including History Rage and Witches of Scotland
• Associate Tutor experience at the University of East Anglia
• Experience leading seminars and lectures at university level
• Undergraduate teaching experience since 2017
• Online tutoring experience with G5 Tutoring since 2021
• Experience creating educational content for native English speakers and international students