Ben
Multiple award winning plasma physicist. A-level and GCSE Maths, Physics, and Chemistry tutor with 13+ years of experience.
About
I have 13+ years of experience teaching in person and online. I have a 1st class Masters degree in Theoretical Physics (York, 2015), a PhD in Theoretical Plasma Physics (Warwick, 2019), 7+ years as an academic physicist, and soon a degree in Medicine (Oxford, 2030).
For the past 7 years I have worked as an academic plasma physics fusion energy researcher, winning multiple national awards during this time and becoming leader of my research team (Turbulence in fusion plasmas). I have had a wonderful career as a plasma physicist, but it is time for a change; I will soon leave this job and start Graduate Entry (accelerated) Medicine at Oxford in September - I am incredibly excited! Below is a brief outline of my tutoring experience and qualifications.
- 13 years of tutoring experience mostly in Maths and Physics. From GCSE to University level as well as adult learner.
- Experience tutoring for Oxbridge entrance exams, including PAT and MAT.
- Theoretical physics MPhys (1st), University of York, 2011-2015.
- PhD in Theoretical plasma physics, University of Warwick, 2015-2019, awards for best plasma physics PhD thesis in the UK, best physics PhD thesis at Warwick, and postgraduate teaching at Warwick.
- Career as a Nuclear fusion researcher, 2019- 2026, UK early career plasma physicist award, research group leader, Chartered physicist, 28 peer-reviewed publications.
- Medicine (accelerated graduate entry), University of Oxford, Sep 2026 - 2030), I am going back to University to retrain as a medical doctor.
- I have historically taught Maths, Physics, and some adjacent areas such as certain Computer Science and Economics University modules. I am now in a position to also teach Chemistry GCSE and A-level, and the UCAT medical/dental entrance exam.
- > 3000 in my UCAT
- Full and recent (2024) DBS check
- Private pilot with night rating (I can offer advice for the 9 ground school exams and can handily link with Maths and Physics).
Outside of work and study, I am qualified private and licensed skydiver and generally enjoy all things aviation and outdoors.
Thanks for reading!
Subjects & pricing
Maths
£70/hr
Physics
£70/hr
Languages
- English Native
- Greek Conversational
Qualifications
Higher education
- MPhys Physics · University of York · First-class (1st) · 2015 University of York · First-class (1st) · 2015
- PhD Physics · University of Warwick · Distinction · 2019 University of Warwick · Distinction · 2019
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Manoj
Ben really helped me to understand concepts in my engineering modules that I couldnt wrap my head around before. Really patient and excellent at communicating his thoughts and teachings. He's sincere and also very meticulous, and his lessons are well paced. A friendly guy who transformed my ability to address a range of questions and problems.
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Helen
Ben helped my son prepare for the Cambridge engineering entrance exams. He responded to all questions promptly, he prepared relevant lessons and he offered advice and support. He is friendly and my son really liked his teaching approach. No complaints, really happy and my son now has an interview at Cambridge.
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Sharon
Ben, thank you for the support you gave to my girls over the last year. From getting a U in C1 in 2016 to an A in C1 in 2017 was a huge step. And for advising us to push the teachers to allow the girls to resit as at first they were not keen on the extra workload. This has resulted in achieving a B grade at A level maths in 2017 whereas previously their AS result was a D. The girls came back from each session more confident & clearer on their maths. I'd would thoroughly recommend you to any other parent/student who needs a little extra support in A level maths.
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Morgan
An excellent tutoring service that was definitely worth the money, Benjamin provided high quality tutoring on a number of my university level mechanical engineering modules. His teaching method ensured that I understood exactly why things are as they are with each subject, and often explained to me how each is used in industry and further research, using examples from engineering and his own work, furthering my understanding. Certainly recommended and will be my first call in the future.
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Teresa
Benjamin was able to help my son with his IB Higher Maths, having decided to change from standard to higher level at the end of year 12. Benjamin went over those modules that my son had not covered in year 12 and was very good at explaining everything thoroughly. The tuition he received was on-line so this meant that my son was able to sit in the comfort of his own home and costs were therefore reduced. Finding someone with an understanding of IB Maths was not easy but Benjamin's knowledge was first class. My son was very unsure whether he would be able to take on such a mammoth task but Benjamin gave him the confidence he needed. I would certainly recommend Benjamin to anyone thinking of studying IB maths.
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Cosmina
My son was very happy with the teaching received from Ben. He was confident on the exams and he improved his knowledge a lot. Also Ben adjusted to my son's requests in terms of the areas to focus on. The teaching was 100% online and it worked very well for us. My son requested to continue being guided by Ben next year as well.
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Helen
Wow!! Ben was such a find. He is a fantastic tutor and extremely knowledgeable, able to help even gifted students maximise their potential at the highest level. We are so grateful to him for all his support and look forward to carrying on with him into Year 2 of A levels. Absolute life saver! Thanks Ben!
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Julie
Ben is a very professional tutor who has supported my son well in his final year of Physics A level. He sets clear targets, provides work in between sessions and communicates with an easy relaxed manner. He is reliable and on time and my son has enjoyed having tutor sessions at the University as he is able to see for himself how Physics can really be applied.
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Phil
Ben is an excellent tutor. I had not studied math since GCSE and I now needed to rapidly increase my knowledge for my postgraduate work. I have rapidly improved my knowledge to A level/close to University level and plan to continue with Ben until I reach the desired level, which I am very confident will be achieved within the time frame I put forward to Ben before we started the tuition. Ben is patient with my progress and willing to take a look at some of my work even outside of the allocated tuition session. Highly recommended.
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Gaye
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Fadz
Ben has provided excellent tutorial services in GSCE maths for our son. He has a professional approach and always on time. He communicates well with the parents and the tutee. He has an excellent command of his subject and I duly recommend. Although we did not sit in during the tutorials feedback from our son about the sessions has been very good. He always gave feedback and appraisals to us as to progress. He is good value for the money.
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Mallikarjuna
Ben is calm and composed . His algebra skills are the best. Helping my kid is Year8 to prepare for the GCSE's early.
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Marcus
Excellent tutor covering mathes and physics Polite punctual and tailors tutorials to pupils needs Would thoroughly recommend to other students
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Sukhvir
In summary: "A 5 Star Tutor!" Ben has been tutoring my niece on A-Level Maths over the past 6mths. I can honestly say that he's the most helpful and professional Tutor that I've met to date! Not only is he intelligent and knowledgeable in his chosen subjects, but he has the rare skill of actually being able to adapt his approach and really connect with his students, which in my view, is so important to actually succeeding in tutoring. In addition to this, his planning skills are excellent along with the regular progress updates he has provided throughout. I would not hesitate to recommend to anyone looking for tutoring in his specialised field. My experience with Ben has been nothing short of excellent in all areas. Many thanks Ben.
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Rosa
Ben is very helpful, providing relevant work and support. He is an excellent tutor who helps you to gain a greater understanding through clear explanations and questions to your progress.
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Amy
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Krushant
Ben, I can highly recommend Ben. He is friendly, supportive and encouraging. He has a calm approach to tutoring. Also his subject matter experience, and knowledge of the syllabus is very good. Regards Krushant