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Hi, my name is Joanna, and I am currently a General Practice Trainee with a strong passion for teaching, mentoring, and supporting aspiring medical students. I am also a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), reflecting my commitment to high-quality teaching and creating effective, student-centred learning environments.

The road to medicine can be long and challenging, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Having gone through the journey myself, I aim to pass on the knowledge, strategies, and experience I have gained over the years. My goal is not only to help you succeed in the medical school application process, but also to help you develop the resilience, confidence, and long-term skills that will support you throughout medical school and beyond.

I teach UCAT, helping students develop effective approaches to each section of the exam, improve their timing and accuracy, and build the stamina needed to perform confidently under pressure. Rather than relying solely on shortcuts, I focus on helping students understand how they think, identify areas for improvement, and develop strategies that work for them.

Beyond medicine, I have a passion for languages and take great pride in being able to communicate in several languages. I also teach IELTS and have helped many students achieve scores higher than they initially aspired to.

My experience as an FHEA has further strengthened my approach to education, allowing me to apply evidence-based teaching methods and adapt sessions to different learning styles. I aim to make learning engaging, structured, and personalised, while encouraging students to become confident and independent learners.

I hope you’re ready to embark on this journey together. Come to each session eager to learn, and leave feeling more confident, motivated, and inspired to keep improving 🙂

I hold an Upper Second Class Honours in my Master’s degree in Pharmacy and have been working in various pharmacy settings since the age of 19. Over the years, I have gained valuable experience across both NHS and private healthcare sectors, including placements and roles in general practice, hospital pharmacy, and community settings. This diverse exposure has enabled me to develop a broad, flexible, and adaptable skill set, while significantly strengthening my clinical knowledge. Working in multidisciplinary teams and caring for patients from a range of backgrounds has also enhanced my communication, leadership, and decision-making skills. These experiences have given me the confidence and competence to thrive in complex clinical environments and deliver safe, high-quality pharmaceutical care.

I am a first-year medical student at University College London (MBBS) with a strong academic background and a genuine passion for teaching and mentoring students. Alongside my studies, I tutor students from KS1 and KS3 through to GCSE and A-level across Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Spanish, and admissions-related preparation. Beyond academics, I have always been actively involved in drama, acting, and sport, which has played a major role in shaping how I teach. Performing on stage taught me confidence, clarity of communication, and how to engage an audience, while sport instilled discipline, resilience, and the importance of consistent practice.

I have completed over 100 hours of tutoring, working with students of varying abilities and learning styles, including SEN students. These experiences have reinforced my belief that no two students learn in the same way, and that effective teaching must be flexible and empathetic. I take time to understand each student’s strengths, challenges, and motivations before tailoring lessons to suit them.

Having recently completed my own A-levels and transitioned into medical school, I understand the academic pressure students face and the frustration of knowing content but underperforming in exams. I aim to bridge that gap by helping students build confidence, develop strong exam technique, and, most importantly, begin to enjoy what they are learning. I firmly believe that students perform best when they feel supported, understood, and genuinely enjoy their studies.

Hi, my name is Joanna, and I am currently a General Practice Trainee with a strong passion for teaching, mentoring, and supporting aspiring medical students. I am also a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), reflecting my commitment to high-quality teaching and creating effective, student-centred learning environments.

The road to medicine can be long and challenging, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Having gone through the journey myself, I aim to pass on the knowledge, strategies, and experience I have gained over the years. My goal is not only to help you succeed in the medical school application process, but also to help you develop the resilience, confidence, and long-term skills that will support you throughout medical school and beyond.

I teach UCAT, helping students develop effective approaches to each section of the exam, improve their timing and accuracy, and build the stamina needed to perform confidently under pressure. Rather than relying solely on shortcuts, I focus on helping students understand how they think, identify areas for improvement, and develop strategies that work for them.

Beyond medicine, I have a passion for languages and take great pride in being able to communicate in several languages. I also teach IELTS and have helped many students achieve scores higher than they initially aspired to.

My experience as an FHEA has further strengthened my approach to education, allowing me to apply evidence-based teaching methods and adapt sessions to different learning styles. I aim to make learning engaging, structured, and personalised, while encouraging students to become confident and independent learners.

I hope you’re ready to embark on this journey together. Come to each session eager to learn, and leave feeling more confident, motivated, and inspired to keep improving 🙂

I hold an Upper Second Class Honours in my Master’s degree in Pharmacy and have been working in various pharmacy settings since the age of 19. Over the years, I have gained valuable experience across both NHS and private healthcare sectors, including placements and roles in general practice, hospital pharmacy, and community settings. This diverse exposure has enabled me to develop a broad, flexible, and adaptable skill set, while significantly strengthening my clinical knowledge. Working in multidisciplinary teams and caring for patients from a range of backgrounds has also enhanced my communication, leadership, and decision-making skills. These experiences have given me the confidence and competence to thrive in complex clinical environments and deliver safe, high-quality pharmaceutical care.

I am a first-year medical student at University College London (MBBS) with a strong academic background and a genuine passion for teaching and mentoring students. Alongside my studies, I tutor students from KS1 and KS3 through to GCSE and A-level across Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Spanish, and admissions-related preparation. Beyond academics, I have always been actively involved in drama, acting, and sport, which has played a major role in shaping how I teach. Performing on stage taught me confidence, clarity of communication, and how to engage an audience, while sport instilled discipline, resilience, and the importance of consistent practice.

I have completed over 100 hours of tutoring, working with students of varying abilities and learning styles, including SEN students. These experiences have reinforced my belief that no two students learn in the same way, and that effective teaching must be flexible and empathetic. I take time to understand each student’s strengths, challenges, and motivations before tailoring lessons to suit them.

Having recently completed my own A-levels and transitioned into medical school, I understand the academic pressure students face and the frustration of knowing content but underperforming in exams. I aim to bridge that gap by helping students build confidence, develop strong exam technique, and, most importantly, begin to enjoy what they are learning. I firmly believe that students perform best when they feel supported, understood, and genuinely enjoy their studies.

Hi, my name is Joanna, and I am currently a General Practice Trainee with a strong passion for teaching, mentoring, and supporting aspiring medical students. I am also a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), reflecting my commitment to high-quality teaching and creating effective, student-centred learning environments.

The road to medicine can be long and challenging, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Having gone through the journey myself, I aim to pass on the knowledge, strategies, and experience I have gained over the years. My goal is not only to help you succeed in the medical school application process, but also to help you develop the resilience, confidence, and long-term skills that will support you throughout medical school and beyond.

I teach UCAT, helping students develop effective approaches to each section of the exam, improve their timing and accuracy, and build the stamina needed to perform confidently under pressure. Rather than relying solely on shortcuts, I focus on helping students understand how they think, identify areas for improvement, and develop strategies that work for them.

Beyond medicine, I have a passion for languages and take great pride in being able to communicate in several languages. I also teach IELTS and have helped many students achieve scores higher than they initially aspired to.

My experience as an FHEA has further strengthened my approach to education, allowing me to apply evidence-based teaching methods and adapt sessions to different learning styles. I aim to make learning engaging, structured, and personalised, while encouraging students to become confident and independent learners.

I hope you’re ready to embark on this journey together. Come to each session eager to learn, and leave feeling more confident, motivated, and inspired to keep improving 🙂

I hold an Upper Second Class Honours in my Master’s degree in Pharmacy and have been working in various pharmacy settings since the age of 19. Over the years, I have gained valuable experience across both NHS and private healthcare sectors, including placements and roles in general practice, hospital pharmacy, and community settings. This diverse exposure has enabled me to develop a broad, flexible, and adaptable skill set, while significantly strengthening my clinical knowledge. Working in multidisciplinary teams and caring for patients from a range of backgrounds has also enhanced my communication, leadership, and decision-making skills. These experiences have given me the confidence and competence to thrive in complex clinical environments and deliver safe, high-quality pharmaceutical care.

I am a first-year medical student at University College London (MBBS) with a strong academic background and a genuine passion for teaching and mentoring students. Alongside my studies, I tutor students from KS1 and KS3 through to GCSE and A-level across Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Spanish, and admissions-related preparation. Beyond academics, I have always been actively involved in drama, acting, and sport, which has played a major role in shaping how I teach. Performing on stage taught me confidence, clarity of communication, and how to engage an audience, while sport instilled discipline, resilience, and the importance of consistent practice.

I have completed over 100 hours of tutoring, working with students of varying abilities and learning styles, including SEN students. These experiences have reinforced my belief that no two students learn in the same way, and that effective teaching must be flexible and empathetic. I take time to understand each student’s strengths, challenges, and motivations before tailoring lessons to suit them.

Having recently completed my own A-levels and transitioned into medical school, I understand the academic pressure students face and the frustration of knowing content but underperforming in exams. I aim to bridge that gap by helping students build confidence, develop strong exam technique, and, most importantly, begin to enjoy what they are learning. I firmly believe that students perform best when they feel supported, understood, and genuinely enjoy their studies.