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Sam L

Tutor in Rondebosch, Cape Town • 33 years old

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Bio

I am an Astrophysicist working at a radio astronomy observatory. I thoroughly enjoy the process of acquiring knowledge and then imparting it to others.

I love empowering others especially in terms of learning. This is especially the case with regard to Maths and Science courses which I often stereotyped as being difficult. It gives me great pleasure to see someone develop and understand more and more in this regard.

Education

• Ph.D. in Astrophysics,
• MSs in Astrophysics and Space Science
• BSc (Hons) in Astrophysics and Space Science
• BSc in Physics and Astrophysics
• Tutored since 2012 at university and high school level.

My Proudest
Achievements

• Obtaining my Ph.D. in Astrophysics
• Making my parents so proud
• Starting a career in the Astronomy and Space Science research field

Subjects

  • School Tutoring

Physical Science

Grade 1 - Grade 12

I can leverage my university undergraduate tutoring experience to help high school students achieve great results. I am a passionate tutor ready to tackle any challenge.

Mathematics

Grade 1 - Grade 12

I have been exposed to a lot of Mathematics during my tertiary studies. I am confident in my ability to facilitate learning in this area.

Sepedi

Grade 1 - Grade 12

I am bilingual, fluent in Sepedi and English, so I can assist in both languages. I understand the language and can help a student to the best of my ability to excel in it.

Astronomy

Grade 1 - Grade 12

I'm a practising astrophysicist and believe I can share my knowledge with others. I can tutor high school and university level astronomy.

  • University Tutoring

Applied Mathematics

First Year - Second Year

I've taken and passed university (UCT) applied mathematics up to the second year and have learned and also developed skills that I can share with others.

Mathematics

First Year - Second Year

I've taken university (UCT) mathematics courses up to the second-year level. These courses covered advanced calculus, advanced and introductory algebra.

Physics

First Year - Fourth Year

I am a physicist specialising in astrophysics and have undergraduate and postgraduate degrees (up to PhD) in this field.

Python

First Year - Third Year

I have certificates in introductory and advanced python programming for scientists and engineers. I also primarily use the Python programming language for data management, analysis and visualization on a daily basis.

Location

Sam will travel up to 15km from Rondebosch, Cape Town, Western Cape to you.

Approximate location and area of coverage.

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