Christoph

Does your son or daughter struggles with Chemistry and needs a confidence boost?
Or do you just want to secure this all important A in Chemistry for studying Medicine?
I can help!

Being a highly qualified, professional Tutor with a Masters Degree in Chemistry and a PhD in Biochemistry, I offer private Chemistry tuition at your home or online. I have been tutoring A-Level Chemistry for 18 years, 10 years of this as a professional tutor with 7 years online.

Tutoring Experience

I am a specialised tutor for A-Level Chemistry and very familiar with the four main english exam boards (AQA, Edexcel, OCR A and B) for which I have also published highly regarded revision notes. Over two hundred A-level chemistry students have been tutored by me.

I have also prepared students for their university and GAMSAT exams and I am happy to provide references.

I have worked for 18 years in high profile labs in scientific research all over the world including Tübingen (Germany), Hamburg (Germany), Paris (France), Atlanta (USA), Vancouver (Canada), Cambridge (UK) and Leicester (UK).
During this time I have taught undergraduate university students and have supervised Masters and PhD students. My scientific expertise includes Biochemistry, Microbiology, Molecular biology, Protein chemistry, Chemical Analytic and Genetic Engineering.

Testimonials:

“Thank you so much for your help this year. My understanding has improved immensely and my confidence has also greatly benefited. I can now enjoy chemistry without the confusion and stress, even the exams have become enjoyable!”
Gabrielle Christie

“You are a really good teacher and explain things very well.” Rakhi Bharadia

“I like the way you teach. You do not spoon fed, but help me to find the solution on my own.” Joe F.

“I can’t thank you enough for the tuition you gave to me - it was invaluable.” Lydia Dewis

“You have helped me a lot when it was really needed.” Suhrud Banhatti.

“I wanted to thank you for your help and let you know that I got into my
first choice university” Amandeep Kang.

“I wouldn't have been able to get the A* without your help.” Sanjeev Braich

“I got my GAMSAT results the other day and scored an average of 63 (which is in the top 15% of the country)!! Thanks so much for your help” Roshan Sing Rupra

Tutoring Approach

With each new client I begin with a thorough assessment: What kind of person he or she is, what basic knowledge is present and what are the main problem areas? Then a tutoring plan is suggested to reach the goal in a reasonable time frame. My emphasis lies on building up a solid foundation of knowledge and the skills to apply it.

LESSONS
Lessons are individually tailored to the needs of the student and designed to be entertaining yet challenging. Their interview style keeps the tutee focused and engaged. Examples of daily life are incorporated and comparisons drawn with situations from sport and hobbies. Sometimes we even do small chemistry experiments (don’t worry parents – only harmless ones – the kitchen will not blow up!).

During the assigment we will aim to cover all topics of the specification. Furthermore, practising past papers and applying exam techniques ensures my students are well prepared for exams. Revision techniques are improved by using revision plans and flashcards. I am very familiar with the four main exam boards (AQA, Edexcel, OCR A and B) and have successfully published my highly acclaimed revision notes, on which my lessons are based. Homework of around 30 – 60 min consisting mainly of memorizing flashcards is given between sessions to practise and deepen new knowledge.

Most of all, I do my best to make the lessons interesting and enjoyable, which motivates students to learn. While I understand that at the beginning there might be resentment towards the subject, there has to be a basic willingness to learn. Hence, if I feel the student does not want tuition, I reserve the right to decline the assignment.

Nevertheless I have a lot of patience and enthusiasm, which usually allows me to get along very well with my students. Hopefully at the end of tuition I can quote you saying “I did not know chemistry was so easy“.
Additional information: Following travel costs are added to my fess. For distances of 0 - 10 miles add £7, for 10 - 20 miles add £14 to the hourly charges. I do not tutor at my home, but also offer online tuition.