I'm a Melbourne-based tutor for VCE, IB and undergraduate students studying STEM. Specifically:
- VCE and IB: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Systems Engineering
- University: Undergraduate-level Physics and Astronomy.
For over 30 years, I've been helping students of all levels to realise their potential through my extensive experience tutoring university, high school and primary students.
Hourly one-to-one or small group study sessions are available at my family home and I have a valid Victorian Work with Children Certificate. If preferred, visits to your home can also be arranged for an additional fee to cover travel costs and time.
Qualifications and industry experience includes:
- Ph.D. in Physics from University of Bristol.
- 1st class Hons B.Sc. in Physics, University of Bristol.
- VCE: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Systems Engineering.
Skilled tutor in STEM topics up to and including undergraduate level.
Post-doctoral research associate, University or Bristol, 1994-1998.
Ph.D. in Physics, University of Bristol, 1991-1994.
First class Hons, B.Sc. Physics, University of Bristol. 1988-1991.
CSIRO STEM Professional in School, Balwyn Primary - 2012-Present.
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Rick is incredible. We highly recommend him for any Yr 12 VCE subject he lists. During 2024 Rick helped our son with Systems Engineering 3/4. Rick provided fantastic tutoring for a complicated systems project as well as theory preparation. Rick is very skilled in Systems Engineering, Physics and Math and is a key reason why our son excelled in these subjects in 2024. Rick is trustworthy, a skilled communicator, very personable and all-round outstanding. Thank you Rick for everything you did for our family in 2024.
Wayne on 16th December 2024
Rick helped my daughter revise for her Year 12 subjects, and she was able to achieve excellent results for her VCE study scores. Rick helped her understand concepts she had not fully picked up yet and helped her through the thought process of answering questions. He was able to bring up her confidence in her own skills and always encouraged her to try her best. I highly recommend Rick as a tutor.
Dimuthu Wijesinghe on 13th December 2023
Rick is an amazing tutor and really went out of his way to help my daughter through her year 12 chemistry exam. He explains things in a very understandable manner and is friendly and engaged. We can’t thank him enough for helping our daughter to get through her most difficult subject. Would highly recommend.
Fiona Fiona Flanigan on 13th December 2023
Rick was a calming influence whose flexible and relaxed approach suited my highly strung VCE student perfectly. He tutored her in VCE physics and chemistry. He was happy to tackle any topic without prior notice and always made the sessions engaging, allowing my daughter to learn effectively and absorb Rick's wealth of knowledge. I am looking forward to Rick now tutoring my yr 11 son in his chosen sciences and maths.
Cathy Hayes on 23rd January 2023
When my daughter changed schools in Year 12 we quickly realised that she would need help to catch up in Chemistry, as the new school was academically way ahead of the previous one. We were lucky enough to find Rick via a recommendation from a parent at the new school.
I can't speak highly enough of Rick as a tutor. He is a true professional with deep knowledge of the subject and the system. He has the rare gift of being able to explain very complex concepts in a straightforward way. He is patient, flexible and kind. His support has been a key part of a great VCE result. I can unhesitatingly recommend him to any student.
Mary Simpson on 13th December 2022
Rick tutored our daughter this year (2022) in year 12 Maths Method and Physics. We were extremely pleased and our daughter got a great result due to his expertise tutoring and big picture insight on the subject matter. We highly recommend him for tutoring!
Caterina Garwoli on 12th December 2022
