Mateus Berutto Figueiredo

Looking for an expert tutor for IB Global Politics, IB Economics, the Extended Essay or your university applications? Mateus Berutto Figueiredo is a Cambridge and LSE graduate with five years of tutoring experience, supporting students across IB, IGCSE and A Level programmes. He helps students think clearly, write persuasively and approach exams and applications with confidence, whether lessons take place online, at home in Rio de Janeiro or in a hybrid format.

Why Choose Mateus Berutto Figueiredo for Tutoring?

Success in Global Politics, Economics and essay-based subjects depends on more than knowing the content. Students must build arguments, use evidence, evaluate competing perspectives and communicate clearly under exam conditions. The same skills drive strong Extended Essays and standout university applications. Mateus's lessons are built around these skills. He teaches students how to analyse a question, plan a response, structure an argument and refine their writing, so that their understanding turns into higher marks and stronger applications.

Mateus holds a BA in Politics and International Relations from the University of Cambridge, where he graduated with First-class honours, ranked 15th out of 64 students, and received a college prize and a scholarship. He went on to complete an MSc in Applied Social Data Science at the London School of Economics, graduating with Distinction and the Best Thesis Prize. This combination of political theory, economics and data analysis gives him a deep and practical understanding of the subjects he teaches.

His professional experience brings the subjects to life. He has worked as a social data scientist, and has held roles at the United Nations Resident Coordinator's Office in Kinshasa, at the Australian Embassy in Lisbon and at The Borgen Project, working on economics, international relations and policy analysis. He has also founded and run a political YouTube channel with more than 8,000 subscribers and 2.7 million views, which reflects his ability to explain complex political ideas to a wide audience. He speaks Portuguese and English natively, French fluently and Spanish at an intermediate level.

IB Global Politics Tutoring

For IB Diploma students, Mateus supports the full Global Politics course, including: - Power, sovereignty and international relations - Human rights, including debates, institutions and case studies - Development, inequality and sustainability - Peace and conflict, including causes, intervention and resolution - Higher Level global political challenges and extension material - Stimulus-based and extended-response exam technique - Case-study selection, real-world examples and evidence use - Support with the engagement activity

IB Economics Tutoring

Mateus helps students understand and apply core Economics concepts, including microeconomics, macroeconomics and the global economy. Lessons focus on clear explanations, diagram practice, real-world application, data-response questions and evaluation. His training in econometrics and quantitative analysis also helps Higher Level students who face data-based and quantitative questions.

Extended Essay Support

The Extended Essay is a major challenge for IB students. Mateus guides students through choosing a focused research question, planning their research, structuring arguments, using sources properly and revising drafts. His academic research background, including an award-winning thesis, helps students produce clear, rigorous and well-evidenced essays.

IGCSE and A Level Support

For Cambridge and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE students and for A Level students, Mateus provides support in Economics, essay writing and exam technique. He helps students understand concepts, structure analytical answers and build the evaluation skills that earn top marks.

IB MYP and PYP Support

For younger IB learners, Mateus offers friendly, structured support in language learning, writing and the humanities, helping students build confidence, vocabulary and clear communication from an early age.

French and Portuguese Lessons

As a native Portuguese speaker and fluent French speaker, Mateus offers lessons in both languages for school students and for those who need support for exams, projects or everyday communication.

UCAS, US and European College Application Support

Mateus has first-hand experience of competitive university admissions, having studied at Cambridge and LSE. He helps students plan and complete applications to UK, US and European universities, including: - Choosing courses and universities that fit their goals - Drafting and refining personal statements and application essays - Preparing for interviews and admissions requirements - Building strong profiles through essay competitions and independent projects - Managing deadlines and application strategy

Essay Writing and Competitions

Students can also work with Mateus to improve their essay writing and prepare for essay competitions, learning how to develop original arguments, write with clarity and present ideas persuasively.

Teaching Approach: Clear, Analytical and Supportive

Mateus's teaching is built on a few clear principles: - Teaching students to think critically and build evidence-based arguments - Step-by-step guidance on structure, planning and writing - Real-world examples and current affairs to make ideas concrete - Honest, detailed feedback on essays and practice answers - Lessons adapted to each student's level, goals and learning pace - Flexible formats, including online, home visits and hybrid lessons

Flexible Lessons and Scheduling

Lessons are available online, at home in Rio de Janeiro or in a hybrid format. Mateus is available on weekday mornings before 9:30 AM and in the evenings after 7 PM, with more flexibility on weekends.

Who Can Benefit? - IB DP students in Global Politics or Economics - Students working on the Extended Essay - IGCSE and A Level students who need help with Economics or essay writing - Students applying to UK, US or European universities - Learners who want to improve their French or Portuguese - Families looking for a tutor with elite academic credentials and real-world experience

Book a Trial Class Today

If you are searching for an IB Global Politics tutor, an IB Economics tutor, an Extended Essay tutor or a UCAS and college application mentor, Mateus Berutto Figueiredo offers clear, rigorous and results-focused support. Book a trial class to discuss your goals and begin building stronger understanding, better writing and more confident applications.