Kassandra L.

Conduct independent translation and analysis of English- and German-language historical sources relating to international law, Holocaust history, and human rights. Translate archival material while preserving historical context and terminological accuracy for academic research.

Worked extensively with multilingual documents during research for the Oxford German Olympiad 2025 and independent legal studies, comparing English and German sources, verifying historical facts, and synthesising information into structured reports.

Skills developed: translation, terminology research, multilingual document review, source verification, proofreading, information synthesis, academic writing.

Completed an independent dissertation entitled "How significant were the Nuremberg Trials in developing international law?"

Researched English and international legal scholarship, tribunal records, and historical publications to evaluate the influence of the Nuremberg Trials on modern international criminal law. Organised large volumes of information, cross-referenced sources, and produced a structured academic report using accurate citation methods.

Developed advanced research, analytical writing, document organisation, and critical evaluation skills.

Provided weekly academic support to GCSE German students through one-to-one mentoring. Explained grammar structures, corrected written exercises, expanded vocabulary, and practised spoken German to improve confidence before examinations.

Adapted explanations for different learning styles while strengthening communication, intercultural awareness, proofreading, and language coaching skills.