Japanese Tutors : 1-1 Japanese Preparation

Hello! My name is Shreya and I’m Indian but lived in Japan my entire life. I’m currently in the UK for university as I am studying Human Sciences at UCL. I really love biology and maths and would also love to keep using my Japanese here so if you’re interested in any of these subjects you’ve come to the right tutor.

As a student who has completed both the International Baccalaureate (IB) and the International GCSE (IGCSE), in both of which I have received outstanding results, I will be a great tutor for you for these secondary education programs. Not only will I ensure that you understand the content required by the specification, but I will also provide you with skills and tips to ensure you achieve outstanding results in your exams as well! Lastly, I am super friendly hence if you would like to talk to me about anything else, such as the university applications process and simply life in Japan or London and the UK, I am happy to chat.
I look forward to meeting my tutees and hearing from you soon!

Hi everyone!
My name is Aadam and I am an Engineering student at Trinity College, Cambridge.

I have had experience guiding students in their Cambridge Engineering (and STEM) applications in everything from personal statements to interviews. I have particular experience in tutoring the entrance exams/interviews for which I have already prepared many resources.

Having gone through the experience myself, I understand the concerns you will have and stresses that you will be under so rest assured I will be there to answer any questions that you might have and make the process as smooth and as comfortable as possible.

I am also fluent in French and German so I can tutor you in these languages as well as in English if you prefer.

I am ready to help you succeed and hope to see you in Cambridge!

I have also had a lot of experience tutoring online via Zoom (nearly 5 years now) in many subjects at GCSE (and A-Level) so I am completely familiar with the process and I know to harness the many benefits of online tutoring and how to completely avoid its inevitable drawbacks.

I have been working as a professional tutor for nearly seven years. I graduated with a degree in HSPS from the University of Cambridge, and have been teaching a variety of humanities and English subjects ever since. I tutor English Language and Literature GCSE, Sociology A Level, Oxbridge admissions, as well as many other related-courses. Since 2020, I have adapted my work to a heavily online-based approach, though am available in person, particularly for summer school and teaching camps. Online, I utilise screensharing, PDF annotation, interactive whiteboards, shareable textbooks, past papers, and many other learning materials and worksheets that I have accumulated over the years, and in many cases technology that I have invested into, in order to make online tuition particularly engaging.

Hi, I’m Will. I’m a third year Japanese Studies with Chinese student at the University of Oxford. I began studying Japanese ab initio in my first year; however, I’ve since gone onto study abroad at Kobe University alongside interning in both Kyoto and Tokyo. For my prelim exams I scored 72 subsequently being awarded the TEPCO prize and a scholarship.

Language learning comes differently to every student and as such I aim to tailor sessions around an individual’s unique profile. I aim to push students to challenge themselves in their weaker areas, whether that’s productive or receptive skills, so that they can develop confidence across the abroad. I also understand how tedious learning new vocabulary and especially learning Kanji can be. As such I aim to foster a learning environment in which it instead becomes fun and rewarding.

Outside of my studies, I love to play sports. At Oxford, I have played both rugby and football at the university level. In Japan, I had the opportunity to join the university rugby club becoming one of only a handful of international students playing across the country.

Hi! I am Polina – a first year medical student at King’s College London. Having recently gone through the rigorous medical application process myself, I’m in a great position to help aspiring medics succeed. Whether you’re preparing for medical school or working hard towards your GCSEs and A-levels, I can offer tailored support to help you succeed.

For medical applicants, I can guide you through every step of the process, from perfecting your personal statement and UCAT prep to interview techniques. I’ve been through it all and know how to make your application stand out to admissions tutors.

If you’re a GCSE or A-level student, I provide tutoring in subjects such as Biology, Chemistry, and Maths. I focus not only on helping you understand the content but also on developing your exam strategies and critical thinking skills, ensuring you feel confident in applying your knowledge.

With my experience and understanding of what it takes to succeed academically, I’m here to help you reach your goals!

Hello! My journey into materials science began with hands-on research experience at Nankai University, where I worked on the refractive properties of electromagnetic glass and investigated Tungsten Oxide as an alternative light shield. This exploration involved experimenting with its voltage-dependent refractive index, which culminated in an award-winning report. Later, an internship with China Southern Airlines gave me the chance to dive deeper into high-temperature materials. There, I studied advanced alloys for a GTF engine project, simulating material properties using COSMOL, and analyzed how Nickel-Aluminum alloys and their FCC structures can enhance ductility under high temperatures—a quality that can be improved with boron doping. Resources like Stuff Matters by Mark Miodownik and MIT’s OpenCourseWare on physical metallurgy provided invaluable insights during this time.

This initial exposure to material behavior and manipulation fueled my desire to continue experimenting. Through a research program with Dr. Profundo at UC Santa Cruz, I took on the challenge of designing spaceship materials. My project involved modeling a thin-walled pressure vessel, derived for membrane stress, and calculating ideal Young’s moduli. When I extended this model to consider cylindrical shapes and non-negligible wall thicknesses, I found myself in the realm of Lame’s equations. I became intrigued by how materials like CFRP and quartz-fiber composites perform under unique stresses, learning about their high strength-to-weight ratios and suitability for aerospace applications.

Following this, I delved into the realm of non-destructive testing (NDT) with Dr. Zhang at MIT, where I conducted a literature review on ultrasonic NDT. Through studies on ultrasonic transducer models and computational imaging, I explored how these methods assess material integrity and learned about the limitations when measuring certain thermal and electrical properties.

These diverse experiences have shaped my ambition to pursue a career in materials science—a field where I feel truly inspired. As I began studying physics at UCL, I realized my drive to solve practical problems aligns more with materials science than general physics. I’m excited to engage in projects focused on energy storage and renewable energy materials, particularly in solar technology, which I believe holds potential in addressing climate change.

Hi, I’m Will. I’m a third year Japanese Studies with Chinese student at the University of Oxford. I began studying Japanese ab initio in my first year; however, I’ve since gone onto study abroad at Kobe University alongside interning in both Kyoto and Tokyo. For my prelim exams I scored 72 subsequently being awarded the TEPCO prize and a scholarship.

Language learning comes differently to every student and as such I aim to tailor sessions around an individual’s unique profile. I aim to push students to challenge themselves in their weaker areas, whether that’s productive or receptive skills, so that they can develop confidence across the abroad. I also understand how tedious learning new vocabulary and especially learning Kanji can be. As such I aim to foster a learning environment in which it instead becomes fun and rewarding.

Outside of my studies, I love to play sports. At Oxford, I have played both rugby and football at the university level. In Japan, I had the opportunity to join the university rugby club becoming one of only a handful of international students playing across the country.

Hi! I am Polina – a first year medical student at King’s College London. Having recently gone through the rigorous medical application process myself, I’m in a great position to help aspiring medics succeed. Whether you’re preparing for medical school or working hard towards your GCSEs and A-levels, I can offer tailored support to help you succeed.

For medical applicants, I can guide you through every step of the process, from perfecting your personal statement and UCAT prep to interview techniques. I’ve been through it all and know how to make your application stand out to admissions tutors.

If you’re a GCSE or A-level student, I provide tutoring in subjects such as Biology, Chemistry, and Maths. I focus not only on helping you understand the content but also on developing your exam strategies and critical thinking skills, ensuring you feel confident in applying your knowledge.

With my experience and understanding of what it takes to succeed academically, I’m here to help you reach your goals!

Hi, this is Yamon! I am in my second year studying biochemistry at UCL. At A level, I have achieved A* in all three subjects I have taken (Biology, chemistry and maths) and full UMS marks in chemistry. My course also covers a lot of the content from biology and chemistry (surprise, surprise!), so I have a good grip of the subjects.
My passion for teaching began from my A level teachers, who helped me through the tough times when my grades were not as good as they should have been. What made them so special is that they pushed me to think outside the box and to enjoy the subject. This is what I aim to do with my teaching.
Currently, I give free Japanese lessons to students that are part of Japan Society, which I try to make as interactive and enjoyable as possible.
On a side note, my family lives on a farm and makes cider in Japan, so anyone interested in agriculture I am the person to talk to.