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The jump to Higher Biology is substantial, moving from general concepts to the intricate molecular details of DNA technology, metabolic pathways, and human genomics. If your child is struggling to stay afloat with the SQA curriculum or felt discouraged by a prelim result, you don’t have to stay up late trying to decode protein synthesis yourself.
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£62/hr
5.0
Genevieve E
Biology tutor - former teacher & Head of Biology
*I have some availability for AQA A Biology Level revision sessions before the upcoming exams - if my availability here doesn’t match yours, please get in touch and I'll try to fit you in!Experienced Biology Tutor | Former Teacher and Head of BiologyHello, I’m a former Biology teacher and Head of Biology who really enjoys helping students understand, enjoy and succeed at Biology. Biology can feel overwhelming, but my clear explanations, real world examples and interactive methods will help students break down complex concepts into clear, manageable parts, making learning engaging and accessible. I o...
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£77/hr
4.9
Diana-Rose O
PhD Student and Trainee Medical Doctor Teaching Biology
I am more than happy to provide online tuition, as well as face-to-face sessions. Hello! My name is Diana and I am currently training to be a medical doctor, whilst studying a PhD. I studied Mathematics, Chemistry and Biology at sixth form, and I have studied a Masters degree in Public Health with Queen Mary's University of London.About me: I have been a tutor with Tutorful for 10 years completing over 2400 sessions. I have been tutoring students of all ages in English, Maths, Science, the piano, and many other subjects. I have taught students who have now gone on to study Medicine at university,...
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£69/hr
4.8
Dr Mohammed M
Outstanding Biology UK Senior Assistant Professor.
Hello,Thank you for taking the time to look at my profile.I am a UK University Senior Lecturer (SL) with a profound experience in research-informed teaching in the UK. I have the prestigious UK National Academic Qualification (FHEA – Fellow of the Higher Education Academy).I teach GCSE (Biology & Chemistry), A level (Biology & Chemistry), and undergraduate & postgraduate courses (Biological, Biomedical & Pharmaceutical Sciences).My teaching style adopts engaging, enjoyable and novel teaching approaches to help you get the best grade in your GCSE, A level (A*), undergraduate or postgraduate studies.**I h...
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£31/hr
5.0
Tahmeena F
Enthusiastic Biology tutor
I am a professional science teacher with 10 years of experience in teaching. I pursued double masters in science field. Iam passionate about teaching students of all ages, enjoying the unique challenge and reward of helping learners achieve their academic potential. My approach focuses on engagement and adaptability, tailoring methods to the unique needs of each student. I employs various teaching styles, from interactive discussions to hands-on activities, ensuring students are actively involved and motivated in their learning process. My commitment to education and fostering individual growth...
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£31/hr
4.2
Kenneth R
Engaging Biology tutor
I am recently retired from academic research in Molecular and Cellular Biology.I have over 35 years of research and teaching/supervision experience in university departments mostly at Edinburgh university.I have published research papers in many reputable peer-reviewed journals. I am also a sports coach with 25 years of experience coaching children and adults from beginner level to senior international level. Recently I have started tutoring students and schoolchildren who require some additional help with their course work in biology and related subjects like genetics or biochemistry. I think...
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£31/hr
5.0
Ifrah I
Ambitious Biology tutor
I am a medical doctor (MBBS, MRCP part 1) with a Medicine degree and two years of clinical experience working in Acute and General Medicine. Alongside my medical career, I have a strong passion for teaching, which I discovered while mentoring medical students during their clinical placements in the General Medicine ward. This experience inspired me to further pursue teaching as a fulfilling and rewarding career.I bring over six years of diverse teaching experience, including both in-person and online sessions, across a range of subjects such as Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biomedical...
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