Neuroscience Tutors : 1-1 Neuroscience Lessons

Hello Tutees! I’m Shaun, a 5th year medical student at Magdalene College, the University of Cambridge and I’m have an interest in surgery as well as neuroscience and molecular biology. I also intercalated in psychology in my 3rd year. I’m a fun, friendly and approachable tutor who’s really excited to help you all reach you’re, very achievable, goals!
I come from a town in Yorkshire where I went to an underperforming state comprehensive, no-one from my school had ever even applied for anywhere like Cambridge for medicine, me being here today is a testament to the additional time and effort I had to put in to my university application and A-levels. All that stress and work is handy though, I know an awful lot about university applications for medicine, to Cambridge and Oxford, as well as for general applications across the board. I achieved offers from everywhere I interviewed at (I withdrew from one of my options) so I can really be a good help for interview skills. I also achieved some of my schools best ever A-levels and even nabbed some golds in subject olympiads.
What can I do for you?

Hi, my name is Joanna a current Foundation Year 2 doctor, eager to connect with you to create a learning environment that best fits your learning style and helps you achieve your dreams.

The road to medicine can be long, however, I aim to pass down the wealth of knowledge that I have gained over the years to ensure that your journey will be one where you enjoy the application process and cultivate long-term skills to help you as you enter medicine. Building up endurance and stamina for this journey can only be done with guidance and advice.

Know that you do not have to go through this process alone and that we are here for you to support every need you have during this path.

Apart from medicine, I love languages and often take pride in the number of languages I can communicate. I enjoy teaching IELTS and have helped many students get through this exam with higher scores than they aspired for.

I hope you are ready to embark on this journey together. Be ready to come to each session eager to learn and walk out of the session inspired to learn more.

My name is Rebecca. I have an undergraduate degree in Biological and Biomedical Sciences from Trinity College Dublin, where I specialised in Neuroscience. This academic foundation equipped me with a comprehensive understanding of core scientific principles and introduced me to specialized modules in psychology and psychiatry, enriching my perspective on the workings of the human brain.

Following my graduation, I spent a year working as a dental nurse in Dublin. This role provided me with invaluable clinical experience and firsthand exposure to patient care. Working closely with general dentists, orthodontists, periodontists, dental hygienists, and oral surgeons gave me a broad understanding of the diverse fields within healthcare. Through this, I gained practical insights into the benefits and challenges healthcare professionals encounter daily and developed essential skills in patient interaction and multidisciplinary teamwork.

My time in the healthcare environment, combined with my passion for science, inspired me to pursue a career in medicine. This decision was bolstered by my strong academic background, which served as a solid foundation for the GAMSAT exam, where my results exceeded my expectations.

In summary, my educational background in Neuroscience and practical experience as a dental nurse have collectively shaped my commitment to a future in medicine. These experiences have equipped me with both the academic knowledge and the interpersonal skills necessary to thrive as a healthcare professional and I am eager to use this experience to help others prepare for their medical school interviews, supporting them in achieving their own aspirations of entering the field of medicine.

Hello, I’m Jack, a mature medical student at Exeter University with a strong interest in pursuing a career in academic neurosurgery. My journey into medicine is unique, as I spent a significant part of my early career working as a chef. This experience honed my ability to work under pressure, pay attention to detail, and think creatively—skills that are invaluable in both the kitchen and the operating room. As a father of two, I’ve developed a deep appreciation for the importance of patience, empathy, and effective communication, qualities that I bring into my tutoring sessions.

Balancing my studies with family life has taught me the importance of time management and adaptability, which I strive to pass on to my students. My goal as a tutor is not only to help students excel academically but also to inspire them to develop a genuine curiosity and passion for the subjects they are studying. Whether you’re looking for help with medical studies or other academic challenges, I’m here to support you every step of the way.

Hello 🙂 My name is Dr Howells, I have achieved several university degrees, and hold a PhD in Neurophysiology. I was an Associate Professor at the University of Cape Town, and now hold an Honorary Professorship with my alma mater, with my return to the UK. I returned to the UK to support an ageing parent, and this geographical change also permitted me to move out of academia into consulting, which I enjoy. But I have missed teaching, supporting student progress, and seeing them achieve their academic goals! This led me to serving as a supply teacher for a local secondary school, which I do enjoy, and has led me to taking up online tutoring roles.

I have always loved nature in all of its forms and always remain curious. This drove my undergraduate degree towards human physiology and psychology, which I completed through a remote university. My first degree led to opening the floodgates of wanting to seek more, and went on to complete a BSc(Med)Hons degree in Physiology, then registered for an MSc which was upgraded due to progress made, and completed my PhD. My PhD led to the production of 5 peer-reviewed publications. I then went on to complete 4 years postdoctoral research and climbed the academic ranks to Associate Professor.

Hello, I’m Jack, a mature medical student at Exeter University with a strong interest in pursuing a career in academic neurosurgery. My journey into medicine is unique, as I spent a significant part of my early career working as a chef. This experience honed my ability to work under pressure, pay attention to detail, and think creatively—skills that are invaluable in both the kitchen and the operating room. As a father of two, I’ve developed a deep appreciation for the importance of patience, empathy, and effective communication, qualities that I bring into my tutoring sessions.

Balancing my studies with family life has taught me the importance of time management and adaptability, which I strive to pass on to my students. My goal as a tutor is not only to help students excel academically but also to inspire them to develop a genuine curiosity and passion for the subjects they are studying. Whether you’re looking for help with medical studies or other academic challenges, I’m here to support you every step of the way.

Hello 🙂 My name is Dr Howells, I have achieved several university degrees, and hold a PhD in Neurophysiology. I was an Associate Professor at the University of Cape Town, and now hold an Honorary Professorship with my alma mater, with my return to the UK. I returned to the UK to support an ageing parent, and this geographical change also permitted me to move out of academia into consulting, which I enjoy. But I have missed teaching, supporting student progress, and seeing them achieve their academic goals! This led me to serving as a supply teacher for a local secondary school, which I do enjoy, and has led me to taking up online tutoring roles.

I have always loved nature in all of its forms and always remain curious. This drove my undergraduate degree towards human physiology and psychology, which I completed through a remote university. My first degree led to opening the floodgates of wanting to seek more, and went on to complete a BSc(Med)Hons degree in Physiology, then registered for an MSc which was upgraded due to progress made, and completed my PhD. My PhD led to the production of 5 peer-reviewed publications. I then went on to complete 4 years postdoctoral research and climbed the academic ranks to Associate Professor.

Hello! My name is Sophia and I am a 3rd year medical student currently studying at the University of Bristol. I achieved top grades in my GCSEs and A levels, as well as in my UCAT. Having gone through A levels and the medicine application process, I understand how stressful and hard it is and I would like to guide students to achieve the best grades they can to get into their dream university. I am passionate and patient in teaching students, and eager to improve students’ confidence in exams and university interviews. I will tailor classes to each student to ensure they can understand material in the best way they can. As for past tutoring experience, I have some experience in tutoring and teaching musical instruments to students in the past few years. I look forward to meeting some of you!