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Geoffrey's profile picture
Subjects: Biology  |  Maths  |  Combined Science  |  Chemistry  |  Physics  
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / From their home / Online
Info: I am committed to providing the best possible service for all my students . I can guarantee helping clients achieve success at whatever level. ...
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Personal Description:
I am committed to providing the best possible service for all my students . I can guarantee helping clients achieve success at whatever level.

Teaching Experience:

35 years in secondary schools. I teach maths and all science subjects up to GCSE level and KS3 . I also work for two examination boards as an examiner marking and setting examination questions.

Tutoring Approach:

I have a flexible approach tailored to the needs of the student. Having taught children of all abilities and different ages I can fulfil the requirements of any student from the most able to any with special needs.

Subjects
  • Biology
  • 11+ (secondary) (£25 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£25 p.h.)
  • Maths
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£25 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£25 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£25 p.h.)

  • Combined Science
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£25 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£25 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£25 p.h.)
  • Chemistry
  • 11+ (secondary) (£25 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£25 p.h.)

  • Physics
  • 11+ (secondary) (£25 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£25 p.h.)

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Adrian's profile picture
Subjects: Combined Science  |  Biology  |  Chemistry  |  Physics  |  Maths  
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / From their home / Online
Info: Hello, I am a private tutor available for one-to-one tuition in GCSE and A/AS-Level Maths and Physics, including remote online tuition. I have a degree in Physics from Imperial College and a Masters in Astrophysics. I have a passion for these subj ...
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Personal Description:
Hello, I am a private tutor available for one-to-one tuition in GCSE and A/AS-Level Maths and Physics, including remote online tuition.

I have a degree in Physics from Imperial College and a Masters in Astrophysics. I have a passion for these subjects and I love teaching others. I am a young and friendly tutor with an approach that students find relaxing and rewarding.

Teaching Experience:

I have tutored privately for over 15 years in Bath and London - a cumulative of over 25000 hours of one-to-one lessons. I also teach GCSE and A-level Physics, Maths and Further Maths at a Bath tutorial college.

Tutoring Approach:

I aim to provide a friendly and enthusiastic environment for learning. A relaxed student is key to productive learning.

The lessons are focused on the needs of the student, which we set out in the first lesson and are continually adaptable. I like to be organised and keep the student fully aware of their bigger learning picture.

Everyone is welcome. I have very flexible hours and can travel to you if you're not too far or you to me.

Subjects
  • Combined Science
  • GCSE or Standards (£48 p.h.)
  • Adult/Casual learner (£48 p.h.)
  • Biology
  • GCSE or Standards (£48 p.h.)
  • Adult/Casual learner (£48 p.h.)

  • Chemistry
  • GCSE or Standards (£48 p.h.)
  • Adult/Casual learner (£48 p.h.)
  • Physics
  • GCSE or Standards (£48 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£48 p.h.)
  • Adult/Casual learner (£48 p.h.)

  • Maths
  • GCSE or Standards (£48 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£48 p.h.)
  • Adult/Casual learner (£48 p.h.)

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Pirthipal's profile picture
Subjects: Entrance Exams  |  Physics  |  Maths  |  Combined Science  |  Chemistry  |  Biology  
Availability: Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / From their home / Online
Info: I am an independent tutor with a strong scientific background and have lived in England since Aug 1965. Most of my school and college education took place in Dudley (West Midlands) and I studied Biochemistry, at Leeds University (1975-8). I am marri ...
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Personal Description:
I am an independent tutor with a strong scientific background and have lived in England since Aug 1965. Most of my school and college education took place in Dudley (West Midlands) and I studied Biochemistry, at Leeds University (1975-8). I am married and have lived in Cheshire since Dec 1978. We have a son and a daughter; both graduated from Universities in Manchester. Following my voluntary redundancy from AstraZeneca, (Jun 2008), I am now a self-employed Tutor / Consultant. In addition, I am able to speak additional languages (Punjabi; studied up to GCE A-level and Hindi) and prepared to travel up to 5 miles. I have been tutoring Yr 7 - 13 students, in Maths and all Science subjects, since Oct 2008. In addition, I have prepared students from Yr 6, for the 11+ exams; frequently used by private schools, as entrance exams. Testimonials / References (from Students and Parents) are available, on request.

Teaching Experience:

During my long service in the Pharma industry (~30 years), I have run many short courses and workshops. During 2005/6, I mentored a pupil (Year 10/11) at St. Peter's High School, Longsight, organised by the University of Manchester. In the past, I have also been responsible for organising and running the weekly classes at the Sikh Temple (Gurdwara), for teaching youngsters the Sikh way of life & Punjabi culture, in helping to improve their knowledge and integration into the Western Society over a period of ten years.

Tutoring Approach:

I can provide tuition to individual students (or small groups) in the form of friendly, relaxed lessons. Teaching sessions are always customised to meet the specific requirement of the students. Generally, I enjoy teaching and considered to have a caring approach. I use a combination of computer and 'white board' based approach, for creating informal interactive / discussion type sessions, with some form of regular tests and re-cap sessions. Closer to the exams, the lessons are much more focused on using past papers covering a wide range of questions, to enable the students increase their confidence in preparation for the examinations.

Subjects
  • Entrance Exams
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£35 p.h.)
  • Physics
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£35 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£36 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£40 p.h.)

  • Maths
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£35 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£36 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£40 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£45 p.h.)
  • Adult/Casual learner (£50 p.h.)
  • Combined Science
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£35 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£36 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£40 p.h.)
  • Adult/Casual learner (£50 p.h.)

  • Chemistry
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£35 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£36 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£40 p.h.)
  • Biology
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£35 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£36 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£40 p.h.)


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Yasir's profile picture
Subjects: Geography  |  Combined Science  |  Entrance Exams  |  Urdu  |  Accounting  |  Maths  
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / From their home / Online
Info: I am an experienced Teacher of Maths to A level, AAT, Tax, Financial Accounting, Management Accounting & Statistics. My teaching experience ranges from 1-1 teaching, group teaching, teaching in state schools and private colleges, teaching for Uni ...
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Personal Description:
I am an experienced Teacher of Maths to A level, AAT, Tax, Financial Accounting, Management Accounting & Statistics.

My teaching experience ranges from 1-1 teaching, group teaching, teaching in state schools and private colleges, teaching for University Foundation Programs and delivering training at clients' premises.

I am enhanced DBS checked.

Teaching Experience:

Some of the schools/colleges I have taught are:

Loughborough College
Al Hikmah
East Kent College
Cambian Group
Royal Grammar School High Wycombe
Oaklands College St Albans
Nova Training College
Cherwell College Oxford
Cambridge Seminars
Emperia College Luton
Bell Cambridge
West London Vocational College (SAGE)
Milton Keynes College
EF Academy Oxford

Tutoring Approach:

Whichever way the student wishes the lessons to be conducted but personally I tend to focus on concepts.

Subjects
  • Geography
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£45 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£45 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£45 p.h.)
  • Combined Science
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£45 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£45 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£45 p.h.)

  • Entrance Exams
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£45 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£45 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£45 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£45 p.h.)
  • Further/Higher (university) (£45 p.h.)
  • Adult/Casual learner (£45 p.h.)
  • Urdu
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£45 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£45 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£45 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£45 p.h.)
  • Further/Higher (university) (£45 p.h.)
  • Adult/Casual learner (£45 p.h.)

  • Accounting
  • 11+ (secondary) (£45 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£45 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£45 p.h.)
  • Further/Higher (university) (£45 p.h.)
  • Adult/Casual learner (£45 p.h.)
  • Maths
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£45 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£45 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£45 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£45 p.h.)
  • Further/Higher (university) (£45 p.h.)
  • Adult/Casual learner (£45 p.h.)


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Nicholas's profile picture
Subjects: Biology  |  Chemistry  |  Combined Science  |  Maths  |  Physics  
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / From their home
Info: I have a degree in Physics from the University of Nottingham and have taught Science in schools for over 8 years. I have a wide variety of teaching experience, from teaching English as a foreign language to a small group of 6 year olds, to teaching A ...
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Personal Description:
I have a degree in Physics from the University of Nottingham and have taught Science in schools for over 8 years. I have a wide variety of teaching experience, from teaching English as a foreign language to a small group of 6 year olds, to teaching A level Physics in college. I love teaching and especially enjoy seeing students progress, become more confident and gain a real interest and love of the subject.

Teaching Experience:

I have now been tutoring for over 3 years, helping many students to gain the grades they require in their GCSE and A level exams for Science and Maths.

Previously, I spent 7 years living in Thailand where I taught both England (as a foreign language) and Science in an International Program at one of the top government schools. I also taught English, Maths and Science as a tutor, both on a one-to-one basis and to small groups.

I gained a PGCE in Secondary Science from Manchester Metropolitan University in 2009 and worked as a supply teacher in a number of secondary schools in the Cheshire area before becoming a full time tutor.

Tutoring Approach:

I like to encourage a love of the subject and take great joy in seeing students progress and become successful. I try to be friendly and supportive whilst also striving for excellent results. I try to make sessions interesting and informative by personalising the work to centre around the interests and needs of the individual student and by making use of ICT resources.

Subjects
  • Biology
  • GCSE or Standards (£30 p.h.)
  • Chemistry
  • GCSE or Standards (£30 p.h.)

  • Combined Science
  • GCSE or Standards (£30 p.h.)
  • Maths
  • 11+ (secondary) (£30 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£30 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£30 p.h.)

  • Physics
  • GCSE or Standards (£30 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£30 p.h.)

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Amrit's profile picture
Subjects: Chemistry  |  English  |  Reading & Writing skills  |  Combined Science  |  English (Foreign Language)  |  Biology  
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / From their home / Online
Info: I am a Marine Biologist (PhD) and lecturer in Education. I am currently based in North Berwick, Scotland and have a wide-range of interests such as paddle-boarding, kayaking, hiking, cooking and spending time with my family and friends. I am availabl ...
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Personal Description:
I am a Marine Biologist (PhD) and lecturer in Education. I am currently based in North Berwick, Scotland and have a wide-range of interests such as paddle-boarding, kayaking, hiking, cooking and spending time with my family and friends. I am available for online tutoring in the evenings and the weekends (anytime) and face-to-face for North Berwick.

Teaching Experience:

I have taught English as a Foreign Language for 22 years in the UK and in Japan. I have also worked with students with learning difficulties, which I enjoy very much. I tutor Biology to students across the world including University level and Science up to G.C.S.E /Nat 5.

Tutoring Approach:

Exam technique, technical language, repetition-based learning (English as a foreign language). Kinaesthetic learning.
Patient approach, with the aim of student's gaining confidence in the subject area.

Subjects
  • Chemistry
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£20 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£20 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£20 p.h.)
  • English
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£20 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£20 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£20 p.h.)

  • Reading & Writing skills
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£20 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£20 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£20 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£25 p.h.)
  • Further/Higher (university) (£25 p.h.)
  • Adult/Casual learner (£25 p.h.)
  • Combined Science
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£20 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£20 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£20 p.h.)

  • English (Foreign Language)
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£20 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£20 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£20 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£25 p.h.)
  • Further/Higher (university) (£25 p.h.)
  • Adult/Casual learner (£25 p.h.)
  • Biology
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£20 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£20 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£20 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£25 p.h.)
  • Further/Higher (university) (£25 p.h.)
  • Adult/Casual learner (£25 p.h.)


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Monique's profile picture
Subjects: Combined Science  |  Physics  |  Biology  |  Chemistry  |  Maths  
Availability: Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: From their home / Online
Info: I offer one-to-one tuition in maths, biology, chemistry and eleven plus. One-to-one tutoring is a great way for students to become more confident in their subject, and to ask all those questions they don't ask in class. My graduate degree is in chemi ...
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Personal Description:
I offer one-to-one tuition in maths, biology, chemistry and eleven plus. One-to-one tutoring is a great way for students to become more confident in their subject, and to ask all those questions they don't ask in class. My graduate degree is in chemistry, while I also have a doctorate in medical molecular genetics and a teaching qualification.

Teaching Experience:

I have thirteen years' experience as a tutor and have tutored over 200 students in maths, chemistry, biology and physics. My students include home-schooled students and students who self-study.

I tutor maths at various levels, from Functional Skills to GCSE and chemistry, biology, physics and combined science at GCSE level.

Furthermore, I tutor chemistry and biology at A-level. I am comfortable supporting students with any aspect of their syllabus and, in particular, with the mathematics of chemistry and biology and the biology topic of genetics and biotechnology. Human biology is a particular interest of mine.

Tutoring Approach:

My approach to tutoring is different for every student because every student requires support with different sections of the curriculum. Students studying for an exam may need help with subject content or exam technique, or both, while students who are not in exam years may need support with topics addressed in class. I plan the tutoring sessions around those needs and always with the individual student in mind, which is why the sessions are different for every student. I very much value input from the student with regard to areas of difficulty and learning style so that together we can get the most out of our time. I offer in-person and online tuition.

I am now taking bookings for the next academic year, 2025-2026. Lessons can start from June onwards. For home-schooled students and those self-studying, I am available during the day.

Subjects
  • Combined Science
  • GCSE or Standards (£40 p.h.)
  • Physics
  • GCSE or Standards (£40 p.h.)

  • Biology
  • GCSE or Standards (£40 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£42 p.h.)
  • Chemistry
  • GCSE or Standards (£40 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£42 p.h.)

  • Maths
  • 11+ (secondary) (£38 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£40 p.h.)

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Daud's profile picture
Subjects: Combined Science  |  Chemistry  |  Urdu  |  Physics  |  English (Foreign Language)  |  Maths  
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / From their home / Online
Info: I did M.Sc in 1989 from the university of Punjab,Lahore,Pakistan in first class and joined a well reputed English medium school system, Beaconhouse School System, registered with the British Council, Lahore. This school offers O level GCSE from CIE a ...
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Personal Description:
I did M.Sc in 1989 from the university of Punjab,Lahore,Pakistan in first class and joined a well reputed English medium school system, Beaconhouse School System, registered with the British Council, Lahore. This school offers O level GCSE from CIE and I taught Maths and Physics to O level classes. I attended different teachers training workshops organised by the British Council. I also completed a one year certificate in professional education (CPEd) offered by St Mary & St John College, University of Plymouth UK in 2009.

Teaching Experience:

I had been teaching Maths, Physics and Statistics grade 8 to graduate level for more than 20 years. Besides my regular school teaching job I used to teach Maths in the evening academies and taught Maths of different age groups from 14 years to 20 years.

Tutoring Approach:

I used to teach a student of grade 8 level in Hartlepool.

Subjects
  • Combined Science
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£20 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£25 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£30 p.h.)
  • Chemistry
  • 11+ (secondary) (£25 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£30 p.h.)

  • Urdu
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£20 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£25 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£30 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£35 p.h.)
  • Adult/Casual learner (£35 p.h.)
  • Physics
  • 11+ (secondary) (£30 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£35 p.h.)

  • English (Foreign Language)
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£20 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£20 p.h.)
  • Maths
  • 11+ (secondary) (£20 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£30 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£40 p.h.)


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Muhammad Noman's profile picture
Subjects: Combined Science  |  Maths  |  Physics  |  Biology  |  Chemistry  
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / From their home / Online
Info: I am a qualified and professional tutor, who is passionate about science and research and hope to transfer my knowledge and passion to my students. I provide resource materials and practice books matching to the curriculum and student level to gradua ...
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Personal Description:
I am a qualified and professional tutor, who is passionate about science and research and hope to transfer my knowledge and passion to my students. I provide resource materials and practice books matching to the curriculum and student level to gradually upgrade the performance of the learner.

I have a two postgraduate qualifications in Orthopaedic Engineering and in Materials Enginnering. I have a degree in Biomedical Materials Science. I am a keen researcher in this field. One of my research paper has been the europes best editors pick in a reputable journal (Journal of Non-Crystalline Solids).

My lessons are well planned and tailored to individual student requirements. I develop students` full potential by agreeing on appropriate targets with students and the parents. The progress of the students is monitored through tests and subject understanding to achieve better results. I use a regular record sheet to inform about progress and results of the students to the parents.

Teaching Experience:

I have worked as a science teacher and a department Supervisor at a London tuition center. I have taught GCSE Science , Maths and A Level Chemistry to number of students as a home tutor in the past seven years. Most of them have achieved excellent results.

Tutoring Approach:

Lessons are well planned and they are tailored to individual students' requirement.

I provide tests resource materials and practice books matching to the curriculum and student level to gradually upgrade the performance of the learner.

Subjects
  • Combined Science
  • GCSE or Standards (£35 p.h.)
  • Maths
  • GCSE or Standards (£35 p.h.)

  • Physics
  • GCSE or Standards (£35 p.h.)
  • Biology
  • GCSE or Standards (£35 p.h.)

  • Chemistry
  • GCSE or Standards (£35 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£50 p.h.)

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David's profile picture
Subjects: Maths  |  Computer Studies / I.T.  |  English  |  Combined Science  |  Chemistry  |  Physics  
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / From their home / Online
Info: I have cisco webex software, zoom and skype, and am also DBS cleared I am a highly experienced, enthusiastic and very versatile optical engineering senior lecturer/researcher, who gained a PhD from the School of Engineering and Mathematical Scienc ...
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Personal Description:
I have cisco webex software, zoom and skype, and am also DBS cleared

I am a highly experienced, enthusiastic and very versatile optical engineering senior lecturer/researcher, who gained a PhD from the School of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences, City University, London, UK in "Fibre optical temperature and strain sensors using fluorescent techniques" for measurement applications using the fluorescence generated from rare earth-doped optical fibres (e.g. Er3+, Yb3+, Tm3+ etc.). I also possess very good experience and knowledge of industry, with excellent complimentary skills gained from higher education - in particular industrial measurement, forensic analysis, quality control and statistical analysis. A BSc first degree in forensic science is combined with a further specialist MSc in engineering metrology and topped with a PhD in photonics - making for good, broad-based, multi-disciplined measurement science and analytical capabilities right across the scientific spectrum. I have a proven high degree of personal motivation, and am capable of working on my own initiative or equally as part of an effective team. In addition, I am able to communicate very well at all levels of hierarchy, with excellent skills developed in scientific report writing (journal papers, periodicals, book chapters etc.) and oral presentation (conferences, lecturing etc). I have over 50 publications to date in my field: 20 journal papers, 22 conference papers, 2 articles, 4 book chapters and other major works.

PhD thesis title:

"Fibre optic sensors based on fluorescence lifetime techniques for temperature and strain measurement"

Thesis submitted for examination for the degree of
Doctor of Philosophy
at
City University
School of Engineering

November 2002

Abstract

The author presents a thesis based upon the use of the fluorescent properties of rare earth doped materials. The thesis commences with a review of the current fibre sensor technology in the field, with special emphasis on those sensors designed for temperature and strain measurement. The use of the physical phenomena of fluorescence produced from rare earth doped optical fibre for temperature measurement is then introduced and explained in more detail, particularly with regard to utilisation of the fluorescence lifetime technique in such sensing, which is then compared to the other fluorescence-based methods for measuring temperature.

The recently discovered small strain sensitivity of the fluorescence lifetime is then introduced as a theoretical candidate for potential application to simultaneous temperature-strain sensing, using two different doped fibres in a single sensing element, and subsequently state-of-the-art temperature-strain discrimination techniques are then explored for the purposes of exploitation to dual measurement.

Results achieved from using the fluorescent lifetime approach for a range of rare earth materials are then presented, followed by further results obtained from combining the lifetime technique with Fibre Bragg gratings (FBGs) for the first time. Also, the irreversible effects upon FBG performance after exposure to long-term high temperatures are explored.

Finally, there is a summary of the work presented in this thesis and the author's opinions on achievements made. Current trends in fluorescence lifetime-based sensing are discussed, both commercially and academically, together with projected work for the future.


DECLARATION: I certify that the above information contained in this CV is both accurate and truthful.

regards, DR DAVID.

Teaching Experience:

tutor in electronics, City University, London ≈ 4 yrs

Applied optics lecturer at University College Jubail, KSA ≈ 1 yr

undertook 1 yr PGCE Science (secondary) at Brunel University, Uxbridge, UK (taught in local secondary schools)

Lecturer in nanoelectronics on MSc Nanotechnology and MSc Innovative Technology at BITE ≈ 2 yrs

UK private tuition experience (various subjects) ≈ 20 yrs

was senior lecturer/researcher in Electrical and Electronic Engineering in both Malaysia and Thailand: I have spent the last 6 yrs teaching Fibre Optic Communication Systems, Fibre Sensors and photonics, and Optical Communication Systems to Masters level; + supervision of many undergrad, masters and PhD project students.

I was awarded a prize of £1000 from the Worshipful Company of Scientific Instrument Makers (SIM), London in February 2000 to pursue my PhD research work:

Extra information:
Additionally, I can confidently programme in Sigmaplot, Excel, Tablecurve, MATLAB, Optisim, Multisim, Zemax, COMSOL, LABVIEW, Agilent Vee and all similar optical design software packages to control instruments, acquire data, analyse data, simulate and model.

Tutoring Approach:

serious,concientious,assessing continuously the students needs, receiving feedback, individual approach
setting quizes, tests, mock exams
either individual or small/large groups taken

Subjects
  • Maths
  • 11+ (secondary) (£18 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£19 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£20 p.h.)
  • Further/Higher (university) (£22 p.h.)
  • Adult/Casual learner (£15 p.h.)
  • Computer Studies / I.T.
  • 11+ (secondary) (£18 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£19 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£20 p.h.)
  • Further/Higher (university) (£22 p.h.)
  • Adult/Casual learner (£15 p.h.)

  • English
  • 11+ (secondary) (£18 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£19 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£20 p.h.)
  • Further/Higher (university) (£22 p.h.)
  • Adult/Casual learner (£15 p.h.)
  • Combined Science
  • 11+ (secondary) (£18 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£19 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£20 p.h.)
  • Further/Higher (university) (£22 p.h.)
  • Adult/Casual learner (£15 p.h.)

  • Chemistry
  • 11+ (secondary) (£18 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£19 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£20 p.h.)
  • Further/Higher (university) (£22 p.h.)
  • Adult/Casual learner (£15 p.h.)
  • Physics
  • 11+ (secondary) (£18 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£19 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£20 p.h.)
  • Further/Higher (university) (£22 p.h.)
  • Adult/Casual learner (£15 p.h.)


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Tom's profile picture
Subjects: Website design  |  Physics  |  Electronics  |  Combined Science  |  Computer Studies / I.T.  |  Maths  
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (evenings)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / Online
Info: In the years 1998-2005 I worked in the IT industry. My responsibilities mainly covered administrating Operating Systems and troubleshooting computer networks in small to medium businesses. I spent most of my time working with customers troubleshootin ...
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Personal Description:
In the years 1998-2005 I worked in the IT industry. My responsibilities mainly covered administrating Operating Systems and troubleshooting computer networks in small to medium businesses. I spent most of my time working with customers troubleshooting problems. I found I had a natural talent in communicating with people in a respectful and considerate manner. It also led me to improve my customer service skills which I continue to find useful as a teacher at City College Plymouth.
I have been studying a Computer Networks degree (graduated 2014) and MSc Network Systems Engineering (finishing in March 2018) at Plymouth University.
I am enthusiastic and well-organized with sterling interpersonal and communication skills.

Teaching Experience:

For the last four years I have been teaching IT, Maths and Engineering at the college, delivering lessons for levels 3-5. Alongside teaching I have achieved my certificate in Award in Education and Teaching and currently I am undertaking level 5 Diploma in Education and Training.

Tutoring Approach:

I am very happy and proud delivering my knowledge and demonstrating my skills to others. However, I plan my lessons taking care to follow best practice and deliver using active learning strategies and differentiate effectively through a variety of means. I encourage and support students with walking through problems using probing Socratic questioning to give them the opportunity to find the solution(s) themselves.

Subjects
  • Website design
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£25 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£27 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£30 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£30 p.h.)
  • Adult/Casual learner (£30 p.h.)
  • Physics
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£25 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£27 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£30 p.h.)

  • Electronics
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£25 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£27 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£30 p.h.)
  • Adult/Casual learner (£30 p.h.)
  • Combined Science
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£25 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£27 p.h.)

  • Computer Studies / I.T.
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£25 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£27 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£30 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£30 p.h.)
  • Further/Higher (university) (£50 p.h.)
  • Adult/Casual learner (£30 p.h.)
  • Maths
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£25 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£27 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£30 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£30 p.h.)
  • Further/Higher (university) (£50 p.h.)
  • Adult/Casual learner (£30 p.h.)


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Robert's profile picture
Subjects: English (Foreign Language)  |  Combined Science  |  Maths  |  English  
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (evenings)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / Online
Info: Hello, my name is Robert. Learning and teaching in some form has always been part of my life; my personal motto is "Never stop asking questions....". I am a dad of two lively children (10 & 7), a primary teacher and a private tutor. I have a can-do a ...
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Personal Description:
Hello, my name is Robert. Learning and teaching in some form has always been part of my life; my personal motto is "Never stop asking questions....". I am a dad of two lively children (10 & 7), a primary teacher and a private tutor. I have a can-do approach to life and am never happier than when I am busy with my work or with my family. I play classical guitar, always have at least one book on the go, and love to walk in the countryside whenever our busy lives permit.

Teaching Experience:

I have 12 years' experience as a teacher, the first years spent gaining experience, the later years in positions of responsibility culminating in being appointed Head of Science responsible for delivering the whole of the curriculum to years 7 to 13. I taught Combined Science up to age 14, Physics and Chemistry to GCSE and Physics and Geology A' levels. In addition to my classroom experience I have a TEFL qualification which I put to good use while I was living and working in France for 12 years tutoring French people on a 1:1 basis. I taught both children and adults to learn English in the spoken and written word. Since returning to the UK just over a year ago, I have been working as a supply teacher in local primary schools delivering the complete curriculum, and I have started my own tutoring business and have a number of students whom I see after school for Maths and/or English tuition.

Tutoring Approach:

I believe the greatest benefit of 1:1 tutoring (or tutoring small groups), is that it is so much easier to tailor the learning to the student's needs, aiding understanding and building on that towards mastery of a subject. Progress is often swift because as has been so often stated, 1:1 tuition for an hour is probably the equivalent of several days in the classroom! My initial approach is to assess the student's needs in the first couple of sessions, using the information gleaned to build a program of study that is particular to that student. With regards to TEFL, having lived abroad for 12 years I appreciate just how difficult it can be as an adult to learn a foreign language, so I have great empathy with my adult learners and love helping them get to grips with our complex language.

Subjects
  • English (Foreign Language)
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£25 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£25 p.h.)
  • Adult/Casual learner (£25 p.h.)
  • Combined Science
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£25 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£25 p.h.)

  • Maths
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£25 p.h.)
  • English
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£25 p.h.)


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Kui's profile picture
Subjects: Biology  |  Mandarin  |  Combined Science  |  Physics  |  Maths  |  Chemistry  
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (evenings)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / From their home / Online
Info: Doctor of chemistry. Teachers certificate in higher education in China. Certificate of ILTHE in the UK. I can speak English and Chinese. More than 15 years of one to one, and small group teaching of chemistry (GCSE, AS, A-Level), physics (GCSE, AS, ...
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Doctor of chemistry. Teachers certificate in higher education in China. Certificate of ILTHE in the UK. I can speak English and Chinese. More than 15 years of one to one, and small group teaching of chemistry (GCSE, AS, A-Level), physics (GCSE, AS, A-Level), and mathematics (GCSE, AS, A-Level).

Teaching Experience:

More than 15 years One-to-one teaching experience in the UK.
More than 15 years of one to one, and small group teaching of chemistry (GCSE, AS, A-Level), physics (GCSE, AS, A-Level), mathematics (GCSE, AS, A-Level).

Tutoring Approach:

I have been working as a teacher at university in the U.K. and in China altogether for more than 30 years. Hold teachers certificate in higher education in China.

Subjects
  • Biology
  • GCSE or Standards (£40 p.h.)
  • Adult/Casual learner (£50 p.h.)
  • Mandarin
  • GCSE or Standards (£40 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£50 p.h.)
  • Further/Higher (university) (£50 p.h.)
  • Adult/Casual learner (£50 p.h.)

  • Combined Science
  • GCSE or Standards (£40 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£50 p.h.)
  • Further/Higher (university) (£60 p.h.)
  • Adult/Casual learner (£50 p.h.)
  • Physics
  • GCSE or Standards (£40 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£50 p.h.)
  • Further/Higher (university) (£60 p.h.)
  • Adult/Casual learner (£50 p.h.)

  • Maths
  • GCSE or Standards (£40 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£50 p.h.)
  • Adult/Casual learner (£50 p.h.)
  • Chemistry
  • GCSE or Standards (£40 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£50 p.h.)
  • Further/Higher (university) (£60 p.h.)
  • Adult/Casual learner (£50 p.h.)


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Nathanael's profile picture
Subjects: Combined Science  |  Physics  |  Maths  
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (evenings)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you
Info: I've loved teaching ever since I was at school myself, and although I've not gone into the profession full time I still love it as much as I ever did. ...
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Personal Description:
I've loved teaching ever since I was at school myself, and although I've not gone into the profession full time I still love it as much as I ever did.

Teaching Experience:

2 years of classroom and one-to-one

Tutoring Approach:

Focusing on examples and practise questions.

Subjects
  • Combined Science
  • 11+ (secondary) (£25 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£25 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£25 p.h.)
  • Adult/Casual learner (£25 p.h.)
  • Physics
  • 11+ (secondary) (£25 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£25 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£25 p.h.)
  • Adult/Casual learner (£25 p.h.)

  • Maths
  • 11+ (secondary) (£25 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£25 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£25 p.h.)
  • Adult/Casual learner (£25 p.h.)

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Ngum Agnes's profile picture
Subjects: Chemistry  |  Biology  |  Combined Science  |  French  |  Maths  |  English  
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you
Info: My name is Ngum-Agnes, I am 18 years old. I live in Cardiff and am currently studying Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and French at A level. I received all As and A*s at GCSE and A Levels and all A*s in the subject I am tutoring in. I like to think ...
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Personal Description:
My name is Ngum-Agnes, I am 18 years old. I live in Cardiff and am currently studying Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and French at A level.
I received all As and A*s at GCSE and A Levels and all A*s in the subject I am tutoring in.
I like to think of myself as friendly, polite and patient.

Teaching Experience:

I have had tutoring experiencing in the UK for over a year now in French, English, Mathematics, and Science.

I recently volunteered at children's orphanage in Africa where, among other things, I taught the Ethiopian children English. Doing so taught me the effectiveness and importance of patience and empathy when tutoring, as well as giving the pupil time to think through things in their own way.

Tutoring Approach:

I make sure to explain things slowly yet effectively and take time to understand the pupils way of learning and adapt my teaching in that way. I ensure that I am patient and friendly when tutoring and try to create a relaxed and calm but attentive atmosphere. I like to create a bond with my student so that they feel comfortable when learning but also eager and unafraid to ask questions when they do not understand.

Subjects
  • Chemistry
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£15 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£17 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£20 p.h.)
  • Biology
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£15 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£17 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£20 p.h.)

  • Combined Science
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£15 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£17 p.h.)
  • French
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£15 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£17 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£20 p.h.)

  • Maths
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£15 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£17 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£20 p.h.)
  • English
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£15 p.h.)


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Iqrah's profile picture
Subjects: English (Foreign Language)  |  Urdu  |  Physics  |  Combined Science  |  Maths  |  Chemistry  
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: From their home / Online
Info: I am a second-year student at Imperial College London studying Physics. Tutoring has always been my calling. I am an eager and responsible individual with a passion for maths and physics. I am on a mission to be able to help other students and kindle ...
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Personal Description:
I am a second-year student at Imperial College London studying Physics. Tutoring has always been my calling. I am an eager and responsible individual with a passion for maths and physics. I am on a mission to be able to help other students and kindle the same excitement in them. I believe a tutor should be flexible in their teaching methods and be able to create a friendly and comfortable environment with their students where all their misconceptions can be cleared and questions answered with real progress tracking.

Teaching Experience:

I have worked at Premier Tuition in London and from there on I have been tutoring online and getting amazing feedback from my tutees. Parents trust me to be able to give their children a gentle push in the right direction. I specialize in maths and physics and I have also previously been a Science Ambassador at my Sixth form college.It has now been 3 years since I have started tutoring and I have no intentions to stop anytime soon!

Tutoring Approach:

My methods are simplistic but get the job done. I believe that explaining concepts with a clear background of where this information comes from helps students grasp information a lot quicker and I have experienced this being skipped at school myself. I am very versatile and can tutor 1:1 or in small groups. In addition, I am personally available 24/7 to all my students and give hands-on homework help throughout the week as I am fully committed to my students' progress. I am also keen on building a strong relationship with the student's parent so we can discuss progress and things your child is struggling with. For that, I usually suggest a call once a month to have a detailed discussion on your child's progress and test results.
I also have the first meeting with my student and a little assessment (verbal or written) to judge which level they're at and what I can do to help them best. That is done free of charge.

Subjects
  • English (Foreign Language)
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£12 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£16 p.h.)
  • Urdu
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£12 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£16 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£20 p.h.)

  • Physics
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£12 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£16 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£20 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£24 p.h.)
  • Combined Science
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£12 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£16 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£20 p.h.)

  • Maths
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£12 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£16 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£20 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£22 p.h.)
  • Chemistry
  • Up to 11 years (primary) (£12 p.h.)
  • 11+ (secondary) (£16 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£20 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£22 p.h.)


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Subjects: Maths  |  Reading & Writing skills  |  Urdu  |  Study Skills  |  Combined Science  |  Electronics  
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (evenings)
Types of Tutoring: Online
Info: Electrical Engineer with 15+ years of experience in Electrical Design, Engineering, Project Management ...
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Personal Description:
Electrical Engineer with 15+ years of experience in Electrical Design, Engineering, Project Management

Teaching Experience:

Have tutored professional Engineers for more than 5 years

Tutoring Approach:

Interactive
Feedback

Subjects
  • Maths
  • 11+ (secondary) (£45 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£50 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£60 p.h.)
  • Further/Higher (university) (£100 p.h.)
  • Reading & Writing skills
  • 11+ (secondary) (£45 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£50 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£60 p.h.)
  • Further/Higher (university) (£100 p.h.)

  • Urdu
  • 11+ (secondary) (£45 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£50 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£60 p.h.)
  • Further/Higher (university) (£100 p.h.)
  • Study Skills
  • 11+ (secondary) (£45 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£50 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£60 p.h.)
  • Further/Higher (university) (£100 p.h.)

  • Combined Science
  • 11+ (secondary) (£45 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£50 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£60 p.h.)
  • Further/Higher (university) (£100 p.h.)
  • Electronics
  • 11+ (secondary) (£45 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£50 p.h.)
  • A-Level or Highers (£60 p.h.)
  • Further/Higher (university) (£100 p.h.)


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Oliver's profile picture
Subjects: Combined Science  |  Physics  |  Chemistry  |  Biology  
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (evenings)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / Online
Info: Current Secondary Science Teacher specialising in Physics and Biology, Master of Education from Cambridge University alongside PGCE and 14 year's experience both in the UK and abroad in both private and UK state schools. I have held a variety of p ...
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Personal Description:
Current Secondary Science Teacher specialising in Physics and Biology, Master of Education from Cambridge University alongside PGCE and 14 year's experience both in the UK and abroad in both private and UK state schools.

I have held a variety of positions from Classroom Teacher up to Head of Department but with a young family I have stepped back from management for the time being. I teach at a local state school in North Tyneside.

Teaching Experience:

14 years teaching both in the UK along with 4 years teaching abroad. I am qualified to teach all sciences to GCSE and Physics and Biology to A-Level. I have worked with classes from 32 down to 1-2-1 tuition with significant value added to pupils from all levels of ability.

Tutoring Approach:

As different pupils learn in different ways I am happy to tailor my teaching style to fit the needs of the student. I work to ensure that there is understanding of the topic alongside just knowing the facts. I am up to date on current paedagogical research which I use to ensure that I am able to give the best to my students.

Subjects
  • Combined Science
  • 11+ (secondary) (£30 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£35 p.h.)
  • Physics
  • 11+ (secondary) (£30 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£35 p.h.)

  • Chemistry
  • 11+ (secondary) (£30 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£35 p.h.)
  • Biology
  • 11+ (secondary) (£30 p.h.)
  • GCSE or Standards (£35 p.h.)


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