Reza
premium University of Glasgow
Medicine 6th Year DBS
4.925223About Me
Hi, my name is Reza, and I am currently a final-year medical student at the University of Glasgow. I still remember how daunting the medical school application process felt when I first started. There was so much to understand, from A-levels and the UCAT to interviews and personal statements, and at times I felt completely lost. That experience is one of the main reasons I became a tutor at Medic Mind. I want to make the process clearer and less stressful for students, while helping them avoid the mistakes I made myself.
Having previously been a Medic Mind student, I understand both sides of the process and know how important it is to have a tutor who is patient and invested in your progress. I aim to give every single one of my students honest feedback and the confidence needed to excel in whatever they aim to pursue.
Outside of medicine and tutoring, I enjoy playing basketball, cycling and cooking.
My teaching style
My teaching style focuses on two things: building a strong foundation and then applying it effectively. I first make sure the student properly understands the underlying concepts and has no major gaps in their knowledge. Once that foundation is in place, I move towards active learning through practice questions, interview scenarios and timed exercises. I encourage students to take the lead during lessons, so they become more confident explaining their reasoning and working independently. I also adapt each lesson to the individual student, rather than using the same approach for everyone, as different students have varying strengths, weaknesses, and learning styles.
My past experience
I have been tutoring for the past six years and have taught over 3,000 hours across the UCAT, medical school interviews, and A-level subjects. During this time, I have helped several students secure places at medical school and achieve excellent UCAT results, with many scoring within the top decile. I have also supported more than 150 students in achieving A* grades or equivalent at A-level, as well as helping others make major improvements in their general exam performance, including many students who progressed from a D grade to an A. My experience has taught me how to identify where a student is struggling and really build their confidence over time.
My Proudest Achievements
One of my proudest achievements was winning first place at a state science fair for my research into how common household cleaners affect E. coli. I am also proud of being elected Head Boy in my final year of high school, as it reflected the trust placed in me by both students and staff.
At university, I have continued to take on leadership roles and have been elected president and representative of several societies, including the Neuro Society and Basketball Society.
Reviews (48)
I teach
- Medicine Interview
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Maths
- Medicine
- UCAT
- UCAT ANZ
- Basketball
- Physical Education
- Weight Lifting
- Exercise and Fitness
- Chess
- Cooking
- Cycling
- Badminton
- Football
- Sports
- Fitness
- University Consultation
- Science
- Pure Maths
- Anatomy
- Career Development
My Results and Achievements
- A*A*A* at A-Level
- Advanced Higher
- Higher
- National 5
- Achieved equivalent of 10 9s at GCSE
- Over 3000 hours taught
- Distinction in Maths
- Distinction in Chemistry
- Distinction in Biology
- Award for Highest Score in his Year in Biology
- Biology: 100%
- Award for Highest Score in his Year in Maths
- Maths: 100%
- Award for Highest Score in his Year in Chemistry
- Chemistry: 100%
- Offer from Glasgow
- Offer from Edinburgh
- Offer from Dundee
- Offer from Aberdeen
- Top 1% in UCAT
- Top 1% in AR (800+)
- Top 1% in VR (800+)
- Top 1% in DM (800+)
- Top 1% in QR (800+)
- Over 3200 in UCAT
- Received offer by sitting Panel Interview
- Received offer by sitting MMI interview
- Panelist at Private run MMI
- Official Editor For Medic Mind's UCAT course
