Ashleigh W
Tutor in Claremont, Cape Town • 27 years old
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Bio
I am a PhD student within the University of Cape Town's oceanography department. I am a very hard working and driven person but I also understand the need to make learning fun and enjoyable.
I am a patient person and good at building relationships with people which allows for a more enjoyable environment when it comes to tutoring. I have good listening and communication skills which is key for understanding the issues and errors of the student while allowing me to convey solutions well. I am also a very enthusiastic person which creates a positive environment.
Education
• High school - Rustenburg Girls' High School
• Bachelor of Science - University of Cape Town (UCT)
• Bachelor of Science Honours - UCT
• Master of Science - UCT
• Doctor of Philosophy - UCT (current)
My Proudest
Achievements
• I graduated high school with 5 A's in mathematics, science, english, geography and life orientation.
• I obtained a first at Stockholm University for a masters course in geophysical fluid dynamics.
• Obtained my masters in Oceanography at the University of Cape Town (UCT).
Subjects
- School Tutoring
Natural Science
With doing a PhD in ocean and atmosphere science I will be capable in taking natural science as I still do physics.
Physical Science
I did my undergraduate degree majoring environmental science and oceanography. I had to take natural science and then physical science at school and at did both physics and chemistry in my first year. I am still doing physics in my PhD.
Mathematics
I did maths until grade 12 at school and obtained distinctions, and then in my first year of university as well.
Geography
I got 92% for geography in Grade 12 and then took geology, archaeology and environmental and geographical science in my first year. I have continued in oceans and atmosphere science where I am now doing a PhD in it.
Location
Ashleigh will travel up to 10km from Claremont, Cape Town, Western Cape to you.
Approximate location and area of coverage.
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