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Thesis coaching rates and flexible packages
You may need help with one specific thesis question, or you may be looking for support over several stages of your graduation project. At Jouw Scriptiecoach, you can choose the number of coaching hours that fits your situation.
You can start with a single hour or purchase a package at a lower hourly rate. There is no subscription and no compulsory long-term coaching programme. Your hours can be used flexibly for personal sessions, feedback on your document, research support, statistics, a thesis review or preparation for your thesis defence.
Our English-language support is intended for students enrolled at a Dutch university or university of applied sciences, including students completing an English-taught degree programme or carrying out their graduation research abroad.
Before you purchase any hours, you can discuss your situation in a free, no-obligation consultation. We will consider your question, documents, feedback and deadline and provide an indication of the support you may need.
Our thesis coaching rates
Depending on the number of hours you purchase, a progressive discount will be applied. However, you also have the option to purchase hours individually.
Starting price
5+ hours
10+ hours
20+ hours
Please note that the hours remain valid for two years from the date of purchase and can be used for all types of counseling sessions. Refunds for purchased hours are not available. Our rates do not include VAT. If necessary, we can provide an invoice in your employer's name.
Choose the number of hours that suits your situation
You do not have to commit to a complete coaching programme. You can start with one hour and purchase additional hours later when you need them.
A smaller package may be sufficient when you:
- have one clearly defined problem;
- want feedback on a particular chapter;
- need help understanding supervisor feedback;
- want to discuss your research questions or methodology;
- need a focused statistics session.
A larger package may be more suitable when you:
- need support with several thesis chapters;
- want a coach to review documents between sessions;
- are revising a thesis after an insufficient grade;
- need help with both your research and academic writing;
- want regular one-to-one support over a longer period.
These are examples rather than fixed programmes. During the free consultation, we help you consider which option is realistic for your situation.
What is included in your coaching hours?
You can use your hours for different forms of personal thesis and study support. The time recorded depends on the work your coach completes for you.
This may include:
- one-to-one online or on-site coaching sessions;
- discussing your topic, planning or research design;
- reviewing a thesis chapter or research proposal;
- adding written comments and feedback to your document;
- helping you interpret supervisor or assessor feedback;
- support with qualitative or quantitative research;
- guidance with SPSS, Stata, R or Python;
- reviewing the structure and coherence of your thesis;
- preparing for your thesis defence.
When a coach needs to read or prepare documents before providing useful feedback, this preparation time is also deducted from your balance. Your coach should agree the scope of substantial review work with you in advance, so that you understand how the available hours will be used.
The coach gives feedback, explanations and practical guidance. Jouw Scriptiecoach does not conduct your research or write your thesis for you.
How are your coaching hours registered?
Your purchased hours are added to your personal balance. The coach records the time used for agreed sessions, preparation and document feedback.
This gives you insight into:
- how many hours you purchased;
- how much time has been used;
- which activities the time was used for;
- how many hours remain available.
You can discuss the expected use of time with your coach before a larger document review or specialist task begins. This helps you decide which work deserves priority within your available balance.
How many coaching hours will I need?
There is no single package that is suitable for every student. The number of hours depends on factors such as:
- the stage of your thesis or graduation project;
- the question or problem you need help with;
- the length and current quality of your document;
- the assessment criteria of your programme;
- feedback from your supervisor or assessor;
- your research method;
- the amount of work you can complete independently;
- your deadline;
- whether you need one review or ongoing support.
During the free consultation, we ask about your situation and, where relevant, review the documents or feedback you can provide. We can then give you an indication of the number of hours that may be appropriate.
This estimate is intended to help you make an informed choice. It is not a guarantee that your thesis can be completed within an exact number of hours, as the support required may change during the process.
Use your hours flexibly
Purchased hours remain valid for two years from the date of purchase.
You do not have to use all the hours for one type of support. For example, you may initially use them for your research proposal or methodology and use the remaining balance later for:
- feedback on your results or conclusion;
- a content-focused thesis review;
- statistical support;
- academic writing guidance;
- processing feedback after an assessment;
- preparing for your thesis defence;
- study coaching or another academic assignment.
When your balance runs low, you can purchase additional hours. You are not required to buy another large package or enter into a subscription.
Purchased hours are personal and are generally not refunded. Please read the current terms and conditions before ordering or contact us when you have a question about an exceptional situation.
Online and on-site thesis coaching
Most students receive their coaching online. Sessions can take place through platforms such as Microsoft Teams, Google Meet or Zoom. Documents can also be shared digitally for comments and feedback.
Online coaching is available when you:
- study elsewhere in the Netherlands;
- are enrolled in an English-taught programme;
- are completing an internship or graduation project abroad;
- have a schedule that makes travelling difficult;
- prefer to work with a coach based on expertise rather than location.
On-site coaching may also be possible, depending on the location and availability of a suitable coach. The meeting arrangements are agreed directly with the coach.
Before choosing on-site support, check whether additional arrangements or travel-related costs apply. These should always be discussed before the appointment is confirmed.
Payment methods and invoices
Online payments are processed securely through Mollie. Depending on your location and bank, you can pay using:
- iDEAL;
- Bancontact;
- a payment link;
- bank transfer after receiving an invoice.
If you do not have access to iDEAL or Bancontact, you can request an invoice and transfer the amount from a foreign bank account. This is useful for international students or students currently living abroad.
Please note that your own bank may charge transaction or currency-conversion fees. These charges are determined by your bank and are not included in the coaching rate.
An invoice can also be issued to a parent, employer or other organisation that pays for your support. When an employer uses a personal development or training budget, ask in advance which invoice details or quotation they require.
Frequently asked questions about our rates
When you cannot attend an agreed session, contact your coach as early as possible. The rules regarding rescheduling, late cancellation and missed appointments are set out in the current terms and conditions.
If the coach needs to reschedule an appointment, no coaching time should be deducted for a session that did not take place.
Once an online order has been completed and the hours have been added to your account, it may not be possible to cancel or change the purchase automatically.
Please contact Jouw Scriptiecoach as soon as possible when:
- you selected the wrong package;
- your payment was processed incorrectly;
- you need the invoice to be issued to another person or organisation;
- you believe the order contains an error.
Purchased hours remain valid for two years and can be used flexibly for different forms of support. They are generally not refundable.
Our coaching services are exempt from VAT. The prices shown on this page are therefore the final amounts you pay for the selected number of coaching hours. No VAT will be added at checkout or invoiced separately.
Not sure which option fits your situation?
You do not need to decide on a package without first discussing your thesis and the support you need.
During a free, no-obligation consultation, we discuss:
- where you are in the thesis process;
- the problem or feedback you need help with;
- your programme and research method;
- the documents that are already available;
- your deadline;
- whether online or on-site support is appropriate;
- the number of hours you may need.
You will then receive an indication of the most suitable option. You remain free to purchase fewer or more hours or not to proceed.