Naomi - Clapham North - Medicine

Methodology

I am in my 6th year studying Medicine at St Hugh's College, Oxford. Throughout my postgraduate years I have mentored prospective medicine students, and thus have a great deal of experience in the preparation required for medical school applications.

- Which subject(s) do you teach?

I teach UKCAT and BMAT preparation, as well as more general medical school application support, including personal statement guidance and interview preparation. I teach Medical Sciences to undergraduate level, and Chemistry, Biology and Music to A-level.

- Tell me about your qualifications.

I have a BA (Hons) in Medical Sciences from the University of Oxford, and am working towards a BMBCh (oxon) in Medicine. I have A-level qualifications in Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics and Music, all at A*.

- How much do you charge?

I charge £50 per hour for individual lessons, or £30 per student for group lessons. I am happy to travel with no additional cost.

- Where do you teach?

I teach at home, or am happy to travel to areas near Clapham, Battersea or South Kensington.

- When are you available?

I am available to tutor week days and evenings, with the option of weekends on an occasional basis.

- Which ages and levels do you teach?

I am comfortable teaching students of any age and ability.

- Which qualifications do you prepare your students for?

Undergraduate degrees, A levels, GCSEs.

- Describe your arrangements for online tutoring.

I am happy to tutor via skype.

- Do you have a personal message for students?

I take a three-stranded approach to tutoring. Firstly, structured learning is the key to success. Organization and planning are vital, yet often students' greatest weaknesses. My initial priority is to comprise a detailed work plan with the student, and then divide the material into manageable 'chunks', a technique proven to produce maximal retainment of knowledge. Secondly, understanding a subject rather than purely memorising facts, is fundamental to learning. Finally, I have always enjoyed learning, and believe that my students should too. I employ a range of different teaching and studying methods to keep tutorials fun, interactive, and productive.