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Think Like A Mathematician Programme

I offer a variety of mathematics programmes so that there is something for everybody. Whether you are a high-performing Olympiad competitor wanting to maximise your chances at Cambridge, or a student who just wants to learn more about mathematics as a subject without the pressures of exams and admissions, we have a programme for you. On the right are some examples of what I offer. Your specific programme may be a mixture of these offerings, with additional support tailored to your specific situation.

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All current students are eligible to participate in our Cambridge Academic QnAs, in which Cambridge STEM academics host problem-solving and QnA sessions with students. To stay up-to-date about our future QnAs, please sign up to our mailing list.

Admissions

This offering contains targeted Admissions strategy and preparation for entry to Cambridge. This module is typically aimed at Year 12 and Year 13 students. Preparation includes:

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UCAS Application Support

This aspect of the offering includes everything from drafting and finalising your university list, drafting and reviewing your Personal Statement, to crafting your MyCambridge application.

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Interview Preparation

This aspect of the offering includes intensive 1-on-1 mock interviews leading up to your Cambridge interview. My mock interviews are based on my own personal experience passing the Cambridge Mathematics interview at St John's College, as well as questions that I have crafted for students in the past. Based on my experience getting students past this stage for Mathematics and Natural Sciences, I will advise you on the list of qualities I think makes a strong candidate.

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STEP Preparation

This aspect of the offering includes doing past papers under exam conditions leading up to the date of the exam. I will guide you using the exam strategy that I personally used to succeed at these exams, as well as go through questions with you in step-by-step detail. This offering is rarely offered as a standalone. Students will do this module after having done 'Mathematical Discovery' with me, in which means that we will have gone through some STEP paper questions without the pressures of the exam, and we will have covered prerequisite knowledge for the papers well ahead of time.

Discovery

This offering is aimed at guiding students through the discovery process in mathematics and physics in order to develop independent mathematical research skills. This offering is typically aimed at Year 11 and Year 12's, and it is suitable for:

  • Students who are already doing well academically, and are wanting to go beyond the school curriculum to solve more interesting problems, seeking extra intellectual stimulation.

  • Students seeking general mathematics enrichment without too much emphasis or pressure on admissions. Some students might prefer to simply solve more mathematics problems and learn more about mathematics without the pressures of academic deadlines and admissions.​

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The exact content of this offering varies depending on your individual interests. Here are some examples of what you may encounter in this offering:

 

Proofs and Mathematical Discovery

I introduce to the students famous proofs and theorems, based on the books Proofs from The Book, as well as Proofs and Refutations.

 

Isaac Physics

We do questions from Isaac Physics together, and when the time is right, aim for the Senior Physics Challenge camp.

 

STEP Mathematics

We go through past paper questions from STEP II and III (optionally STEP I) in order to analyse and get a feel for what these problems are testing.

 

Mathematical Research

We prepare for essay competitions together, such as the Oxford Scientist Schools Competition, or the Minds Underground Essay Competitions.

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This offering is a great way to develop interest and skill in mathematics in a fun way while also potentially building on your CV in a non-pressurised, organic manner.

Getting the Grades

This offering is aimed at students who want help with getting their desired grades in school. There are no age limitations to this offering. We will address your personal learning needs, which might include but are not exclusive to:

  • Not understanding why one is not doing well

  • Understanding material in lessons but feeling like one is being caught off guard in tests and exams

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We will work to develop your independent mathematics study skills, which will actually help prepare the student for further mathematics studies. Students in this category can also do 'Mathematical Discovery'. Sometimes, being exposed to new mathematics can help a student regain their passion for mathematics.

Introduction to Programming

This offering is aimed at students who would like to learn programming as a part of their academic journey. There are no age limitations for this offering. Some typical examples include students who want to:

  • Study Engineering at University. Coding is a skill that is advised, according to our Cambridge Engineering QnA

  • Study Computer Science at University

  • Create a personal software project

  • Create a personal engineering project

  • Apply for a coding-related student work experience

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We will work to develop your programming knowledge through the introduction of data structures and algorithms, and doing coding problems in the following platforms/books:

  • Hackerrank

  • LeetCode

  • Codeforces

  • Grokking The Coding Interview

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In the case where you have a project, we can work on the project and go back and forth between theory/knowledge needed and the project itself. We use Coderpad to code together during lessons.

 

Students in this category typically do this module in tandem with 'Mathematical Discovery'. 

Book A Consultation

To explore how we can work together, let's schedule a complimentary 30-minute consultation where we'll discuss your needs, expectations, and outline a tailored plan forward.

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