Umberto L.
Private tutor in Prilly, Switzerland
Education
PhD in Mathematics (York, UK); Master in Advanced Studies in Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics (Cambridge, UK); BSc in Maths and Physics (Warwick, UK)
Experience
I am currently a researcher in Mathematical/Theoretical Physics at the University of Bern. My research is concerned with the interplay between quantum mechanics and Einstein’s theory of general relativity. I have been teaching at various levels since I was a PhD student at the University of York (UK), and more recently I was part of the cutting-edge educational project Isaac Physics (isaacphysics dot org) in Physics/Maths/Chemistry at the University of Cambridge. Here is my teaching experience so far: - As a PhD student, I taught seminars in several of the undergraduate modules taught by the Department of Mathematics. In total, I have around 500 contact hours of experience in seminar teaching and marking, all of which I have found to be very rewarding. - As a PhD student, I jointly ran a course for talented high school student wishing to be admitted at high-rank universities, and in particular wishing to pass interviews and the STEP admission paper for entry at Cambridge. - As part of the Isaac Physics project, I created or helped create some of the online content such as theory pages, problems and books. In particular I helped put together a book on GCSE physics and one on A-level chemistry. Again as part of Isaac Physics, I gave seminars to a variety of high school students and interacted with local teachers to communicate the Isaac Physics philosophy and methodology. I also have some experience giving online YouTube webinars. - Throughout, I have been offering one-to-one tuition to A-level/IB students, university students and adult casual learners. I am happy to travel within about 30 mins of my postcode 1005 in Lausanne. If you happen to live in Bern, then I could also arrange there if in the evenings and not far from the city centre. Alternatively, I can offer webcam lessons at a discounted price.
Availability
Weekdays in the evening, Weekends at any time
Can Meet
Up to 15 minutes away for no additional charge, Up to 30 minutes away for a flat fee
Hobbies
I am very patient and would describe myself as a realist with an optimist's attitude! I read quite a bit of non-fiction and popular science. Music is also a passion of mine and I play some clarinet and saxophone.
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