Cambridge University Engineer providing *online* tuition in Maths

Hi, I’m Umar, a second-year Engineering undergraduate at the University of Cambridge (Sidney Sussex College) and a student ambassador. My academic journey has been driven by a deep fascination with how things work, which helped me achieve five A*s at A-Level, ranking first in my cohort for Physics, alongside twelve Grade 9s at GCSE.

• Techniques and Teaching Methodology
My teaching approach is is heavily rooted in evidence-based learning strategies. Having recently navigated these exact syllabuses myself, I am intimately familiar with common pitfalls, exam board quirks, and the specific pressures students face. I structure my sessions around the principles of active recall (using past paper questions and targeted flashcards) and spaced repetition rather than passive reading to embed concepts in long-term memory. While mastering exam technique is paramount, I also focus on building an intuitive understanding of the topics wherever it helps to give students the problem-solving skills needed to tackle the hardest questions efficiently. I'm sure to adapt to each student’s pace and learning style, ensuring every session is productive and focused.

• Typical Length of a Lesson: 1hr

• Qualifications/Experience as a Tutor
I have over a year of professional tutoring experience, helping students master Maths, Further Maths, Physics, and Computer Science.

• Who the Lessons Are For
- GCSE or A-Level Maths (any spec)
- GCSE or A-Level Further Maths (any spec)
- GCSE Physics (any spec)
- A-Level OCR A Physics (this spec only)
- GCSE Edexcel Computer Science (this spec only)
- University admissions

• HOURLY RATES STARTING FROM £25/hr
One-to-one tuition rates:
1:1 GCSE: £40
1:1 A-Level: £40

One-to-two (i.e. matched pair) tuition rates:
1:2 GCSE: £25
1:2 A-Level: £27
NOTE: This one-to-two option is only available if I find a matched pair with similar academic level to you

University (exclusively 1:1):
Advice/Personal statement support: £59
Mock interview: £64