for international certificates
— English
— Mathematics
— Biology
— Physics
— Psychology
— Mathematics
— Biology
— Physics
— Psychology
Course Focus:
From day one, we build an academic pathway towards university
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Alongside or instead of a national school
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For students who need an education that is not tied to one timetable, one country or one system
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Online school to prepare
Learning at LINZA is built around university-style principles: independent preparation, tutor-led seminars to implement and consolidate knowledge, and regular progress monitoring with a personal mentor.
Builds independence, time-management skills and responsibility for results.
Between live sessions with tutors, students study materials independently and complete assignments.
Self Study
Structured, proactive learning focused on your results.
Active learning in small groups: communication and academic thinking developed under the guidance of a tutor.
Tutors use a flipped-classroom model: students discuss, solve problems, apply knowledge and present work they have prepared in advance.
Online Seminars
— sets the framework,
— guides academic progress,
— checks understanding,
— gives feedback,
— prepares students for the exam format.
— guides academic progress,
— checks understanding,
— gives feedback,
— prepares students for the exam format.
Course Tutor
Progress is the only way to tell the difference between “I’m learning” and “I’m just busy”.
Every week, students receive feedback on assignments, exam technique and subject understanding. Gaps are identified before they become an exam risk.
Tutor Feedback
— motivates,
— keeps students on track,
— monitors workload,
— coordinates support,
— builds the pathway.
— keeps students on track,
— monitors workload,
— coordinates support,
— builds the pathway.
Personal Curator
— AS & A Levels,
— exams,
— online learning,
— university pathways,
— supporting a student as a family.
— exams,
— online learning,
— university pathways,
— supporting a student as a family.
Clear, practical resources on:
We start by understanding the student’s situation, current knowledge and goals. This helps us build the right pathway — or be honest if our learning model is not the right fit.
Two-Year Academic Pathway
A-level exams
spring prep session in Serbia
summer project camp
spring prep session in Serbia
AS-exams
now
2nd year of studies
1st year of studies
diagnostics
— academic level,
— learning and communication skills,
— readiness to study in English,
— level of motivation,
— needs and expectations,
— target universities.
— learning and communication skills,
— readiness to study in English,
— level of motivation,
— needs and expectations,
— target universities.
Before starting the programme, it is important to assess:
— subject knowledge,
— exam technique,
— independent learning skills,
— an application portfolio.
— exam technique,
— independent learning skills,
— an application portfolio.
Students develop:
At this first meeting we collect info about student profile: current learning situation, English proficiency level, goals for further studies.
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Diagnostic Consultation
At this first meeting we collect info about student profile: current learning situation, English proficiency level, goals for further studies.
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Diagnostic Consultation
The curator explores expectations, workload, timetable, mobility-related needs and the student’s intended university direction.
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Consultation with Curator
The curator explores expectations, workload, timetable, mobility-related needs and the student’s intended university direction.
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Consultation with Curator
We check whether the chosen subjects are the right fit. We connect the student’s interests and abilities with real university requirements, so there are no surprises when it is time to apply.
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Professional Pathway Design
We check whether the chosen subjects are the right fit. We connect the student’s interests and abilities with real university requirements, so there are no surprises when it is time to apply.
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Professional Pathway Design
We run a short academic session in English to see how the applicant thinks, communicates and engages in an online seminar.
(Trial lesson can be skipped if student sends evidence of previous studies in English)
(Trial lesson can be skipped if student sends evidence of previous studies in English)
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Trial Lesson in English
We run a short academic session in English to see how the applicant thinks, communicates and engages in an online seminar.
(Trial lesson can be skipped if student sends evidence of previous studies in English)
(Trial lesson can be skipped if student sends evidence of previous studies in English)
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Trial Lesson in English
We organise mock exams in the selected subjects to assess readiness to begin AS Level preparation.
(Mock exams can be skipped if student provides IGCSE results or estimates from their previous school)
(Mock exams can be skipped if student provides IGCSE results or estimates from their previous school)
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Mock IGCSE Exams
We organise mock exams in the selected subjects to assess readiness to begin AS Level preparation.
(Mock exams can be skipped if student provides IGCSE results or estimates from their previous school)
(Mock exams can be skipped if student provides IGCSE results or estimates from their previous school)
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Mock IGCSE Exams
We give the family a recommendation on subject choices, the level of support required and areas that need particular attention. Together, we agree on the academic pathway.
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Curator’s Recommendation
We give the family a recommendation on subject choices, the level of support required and areas that need particular attention. Together, we agree on the academic pathway.
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Curator’s Recommendation
If the student’s academic level is sufficient and the pathway is a good fit, we sign the contract and reserve their place for the academic year.
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Contract and Payment
If the student’s academic level is sufficient and the pathway is a good fit, we sign the contract and reserve their place for the academic year.
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Contract and Payment
Let's get along, shall we?
Co-founder / CEO. Tutor: Psychology
Julia Chernenko
Academic direcror / Humanities supervisor
Daria Chuprasova
Co-founder / CSO
Dmitry Amelin
Tutor: Maths, Physics
Vladimir Goryachev
Tutor: Business and Economics
Divan Bosman
Tutor: Maths
Sandra Prokic
Head of support
Vanja Djurdjev
Tutor: Biology, Chemistry
Dr. Atrem Sechennikau
Tutor: English as Foreign, English as First
Devaleena Ray
Module 1: How International Education Works
Structure and opportunities for students
How family can effectively support a student who studies online
Module 2: The specifics of Online Learning
Introduction to choosing universities and degree programmes
Module 3: What makes a good University?
Unis
"Smart choice" is a quality education without overpriced brand. There are potentially strong universities with comfort environment - just as strong as their competitors in terms of quality of education, but often in shadow of stronger brands.
"Optimum" is a balanced solution in terms of university brand, accessibility and prices for studies.
"Flagman" is the leading university for this country. This is an ambitious, academically challenging and financially demanding option for maximum results.
If you do not have a specific university in mind yet, use our selection for four popular directions: Austria, Germany, Hungary, and Italy.
For each country we prepared three options for educational options after LINZA:
For each country we prepared three options for educational options after LINZA:
Everything you need to know
Who is LINZA Academy designed for?
LINZA is designed for motivated students who want an internationally recognised academic route to university, but who need flexibility because they live outside the UK, move between countries, study in a national school, train seriously in sport, or need a more focused alternative to a traditional international school. We are a good fit for families who want a structured Cambridge International AS & A Level path with human support rather than a self-study platform.
Is LINZA a replacement for a national school, or can my child study in both systems?
Many students use LINZA alongside their national school. For some families, the national school remains the formal local pathway or a safety net; LINZA becomes the strategic academic route towards international university applications. This is a demanding model, so we help students and parents decide where to invest energy and how to avoid trying to be perfect in two systems at once.
Which subjects can a student take at LINZA?
The current core A Level subject bundle is Mathematics, Biology, Physics and Psychology. This combination is useful for many STEM, life science, psychology, data, business and social science routes. We also support English-language examination preparation, including IELTS or TOEFL where that is relevant for the student’s university plan.
Do we need to know the target university before joining?
This is not needed, our curator will help you with decisions. However, it is better to have at least a preliminary direction: country or field of program. The earlier we know the intended route, the easier it is to check subject combinations, expected grades and application deadlines. If the family is not yet sure, the curator helps turn this uncertainty into a structured research plan rather than leaving parents to search the internet alone.
What does a typical week look like?
A typical student taking three subjects has around nine live contact hours per week: three hours per subject. Sessions normally run after 15:00 Central European Time, often around 16:00 or 17:30. We try to avoid putting more than one live session on a weekday, because many students are also attending school, training or other activities.
Are the lessons traditional lectures?
No. LINZA uses a flipped-classroom model. The student does part of the preparation independently, and live sessions are used for what is hardest to do alone: solving problems, discussing exam-style questions, analysing mark schemes, working with data, practising scientific reasoning and receiving feedback from the tutor.
Why is the learning model not fully self-study?
Because A Level success is not just about reading content. Students need to learn how Cambridge questions are built, what command words require, how marks are awarded, and how to communicate reasoning clearly. Tutor-led seminars turn passive knowledge into exam-ready academic performance.
How many students are in a group?
Mini-groups usually have 6−8 students, with a maximum of 8. This keeps the group large enough for discussion and peer learning, but small enough for the tutor to see who is confused, who is passive and who needs a more precise challenge.
Does LINZA issue an official school certificate or Cambridge certificate?
LINZA prepares students for Cambridge International exams. Cambridge certificates are issued through authorised exam centres after in-person exams. LINZA does not issue Cambridge certificates itself. This is important: the value of the route comes from the external Cambridge qualification, not from an internal school certificate.
What does it mean to be a private candidate?
A private candidate is a student who enters Cambridge exams through an approved centre without being taught by that centre. This is an official route, not a grey area. The family still needs to follow the examination centre’s formal registration and payment process, while LINZA guides the academic preparation, deadlines and practical steps.
Will universities accept A Levels taken as a private candidate?
Universities assess the qualification, subjects, grades and application profile. Cambridge International AS & A Levels are widely recognised by universities around the world, but each country and university can set its own entry rules. LINZA helps families check the exact requirements for the target country, degree and university, including whether a national school-leaving certificate is also required.
Where will my child take the exams?
Exams are taken in person at an approved Cambridge exam centre. The recommended route may be to sit exams in Belgrade through a partner or affiliated centre where available. If the student lives in a country or city with a suitable Cambridge centre that accepts private candidates, the family may choose that route instead. LINZA helps map the options and timelines.
When should we start thinking about university applications?
At the start of the programme. Waiting until the exam results arrive is too late for many routes. We encourage families to identify a country, field and shortlist early, then track entry requirements, deadlines, language tests, documents and open days throughout the two-year A Level journey.
What does university guidance include?
Guidance can include choosing a country, university and degree route; understanding entry requirements; checking required A Level subjects and grades; preparing a university shortlist; planning IELTS or TOEFL; understanding motivation letters; building a portfolio where needed; and preparing questions for admissions offices.
Do you help write motivation letters and documents?
We provide templates, examples and guidance so the student and family understand what a strong application document needs to do. The student should still own the final voice and content. The curator can help structure the process, review drafts and make sure documents fit the target programme.
Do students meet people from universities?
Where possible, LINZA organises meetings, open lectures or conversations with people who study or work in European universities. During in-person sessions in Serbia, students may also see partner university campuses or meet faculty representatives. These experiences help students turn university choice from an abstract idea into a realistic plan.
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