Alina
University of Liverpool
Medicine
3rd Year
DBS
5
1
37About Me
Hi I’m Alina!. I’m a second year medical student at the University of Liverpool. I really enjoy meeting new people and helping them to achieve their goals so tutoring is a great fit!
At A-level I studied Biology (A*), Chemistry (A) and English Literature (A*).
At GCSE, the main subjects I studied were: Maths (8), English Literature (9), English Language (9), Biology (9), Physics (9) and Chemistry (8)
The academic demands of applying to medicine are high, and as such, I had to develop a strong work ethic and revision/exam techniques, which I am more than happy to pass on in our sessions.
I used tutors throughout secondary school, mainly for help with Biology, Chemistry and English. I found the help of my tutors invaluable; without it, I don’t think I would have achieved the same grades or even gotten into medical school!
I also think that the interview preparation course that I attended was crucial to me receiving offers from Medical schools. This allowed me to face my fears by stimulating the interview environment so boosted my confidence for the real ones. I also think the feedback I received was so useful to reflect on and analyse in order to improve my performance. I therefore would really like to help others in the same position!
My teaching style
I firmly believe that engaging and interactive lessons are the best way to learn. Therefore, in a typical lesson, time will be split between explaining the subject matter and practising exam-style questions designed to evaluate your newfound knowledge. My lessons last an hour on average, but I am also willing to teach for up to 2 hours if that best meets the students interest. My teaching style can be very fluid and I can adapt it depending on what type of learner you are. I find that methods like active recall or blurting are particularly useful when revising a lot of content so I hone my lessons to follow a similar approach.
My past experience
Having tutored for 3 years, I have helped many of my students achieve the grades that they were aiming for and have developed great interpersonal relationships with each of them! I would also prefer to teach online via Google Meets due to the demanding nature of my own studies but I can accommodate to other preferences.
My Proudest Achievements
I believe one of my proudest achievements is my commitment to continuous learning and personal development. During my gap year before entering medical school, I dedicated myself to gaining a well-rounded understanding of healthcare. I did this by engaging in an online course ran by Stanford University about International Women’s Health and Human Rights, which also sharpened my analytical and problem-solving skills.
Additionally, I actively sought out hands-on relevant experience in a clinical environment by working as a receptionist in care home, which I have continued for the last 2 years. This allowed me to interact directly with patients, honing my communication skills and deepening my appreciation for the human side of medicine.
In a leadership capacity, I took on the role of organiser for a charity bake off, where we successfully raised over ÂŁ200 for Cancer Research. This experience not only showcased my ability to lead and collaborate effectively but also strengthened my organisational and multitasking skills.
Furthermore, I dedicated time to community service, volunteering at a swim club for children with disabilities and special needs. This experience allowed me to think flexibly and develop empathy, which are essential qualities for a healthcare professional.
I teach
- Medicine Interview
- 11+
- 13+
- 13+ Tutors
- 16+
- 7+ and 8+ Tutors
- A-Level Re-take Tutor
- Common Entrance
- Secondary Entrance
- Tonbridge School Admissions
- Med Personal Statement
- Science
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Food Science
- Physical Chemistry
- Physical Science
- Sports Science
- Maths
- English
- English Literature
- Creative Writing
- Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar
- Reading
- Public Speaking
- Geography
- Critical Thinking
- Religion
- Religious Studies
- Medicine
- Badminton
- Climbing
- Exercise and Fitness
- Running
- UCAT
- Yoga
My Results and Achievements
- UCAT: Top 25% decile
- Interview: Offer from Liverpool
- Offer from Aston
- A-level: A*A*A
- A* in EPQ (45/50)
- GCSE: Eight 9's
- two 8's and one 7