Assessment of group tutor influence on students learning quality at a pedagogical higher school

A topical problem of the work of academic group tutor and his/her influence on students learning quality is discussed. Theoretical basics of tutor’s work as a person, who is a key figure in students’ adaptation in the higher school education, are discussed. Educational functions of the tutor are viewed in the aspect of improving the quality of learning material acquisition and academic discipline maintenance. Results of students’ survey to find out the role of students academic group tutor are presented. It is concluded that tutor work is a link between the students and academics, between the university and extra university life.