Debolina
About Me
I am a 3rd year UCL medical student tutoring Biology, Chemistry up to GCSE level, and Spanish up to A level. I achieved 4 A*s at A levels (Biology, Chemistry, Spanish and EPQ) and nine 9s in my GCSEs. I therefore have the knowledge, experience and enthusiasm to help students reach their potential in these subjects. I also receive all four of my offers for medical school so I can guide students through the process of personal statements, UCAT, BMAT and interview practice in order to help them get their offers!
I have worked with sixth form students mentoring them for A level Biology and and Chemistry as well as their medical school applications. I prepared lessons, worked individually with students and with groups to focus on areas they struggled with, in order to boost their grades and present themselves in the best way to university admissions tutors. Given my recent successful experience with university applications, I have a good understanding of what they look for in candidates and have given helpful advice to students preparing for admissions tests and interviews.
I have discussed and helped edit personal statements with sixth form students applying to university. I also carry out mock interview sessions over Zoom to support students and guide them in their preparation. Having spoken to several medical students and admissions teams, I have a strong understanding of what universities look for in candidates and how to stand out in a sea of applicants. Moreover, I aim to be optimistic, nurturing and patient with all my students and make sure I create a comfortable environment in our lessons for them to learn.
My teaching style
I aim to improve the confidence of my students and push them to think like an examiner. I adapt lessons to each student’s requirements and outline how they can improve their understanding and academic performance. Through sharing my own strategies and techniques that I implemented when revising for exams or applying to university, I guide my students a more personal, and efficient way. Given my recent success in medicine applications and A-levels/GCSEs, I believe my students benefit when I draw from my experience, especially when teaching difficult content and skills such as biology exam techniques and writing personal statements.
I have received several prizes in school and university for my Spanish knowledge and proficiency, which has placed me well to teach others how to gain a better grasp of the language and how to score best in the exam.
My past experience
I have taught A level students and GCSE for Spanish, Biology and Chemistry. I tutor medicine applicants for UCAT, BMAT, personal statement writing and interview prep as these are all pivotal in ensuring that students are best placed to receive their offers- I have first hand experience in how to succeed here!
I have been tutoring for 3 years now and understand the application process very well- I know what admissions officers are looking for and it’s not just good grades!
My Proudest Achievements
Received ALL 4 OFFERS for medical school, Medical Student at UCLMS
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I teach
- Medicine Interview
- Graduate Entry Medicine (GEM)
- Dentistry Interview
- UCAT
- GCSE Re-take Tutor
- A-Level Re-take Tutor
- Med Personal Statement
- Science
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Spanish
My Results and Achievements
- Top 10% (750+) in AR
- Received all four offers after interview
- Nine 9s at GSCE
- All A*s at A Level