Matthias Azariah Y.

🧬 UNSW Medicine Student | 4+ Years Experience | Biology Specialist (Yr 11–12) | From "Lost" to Confident🧬 Hi! I’m Matthias, a second-year UNSW medical student with over 4 years of tutoring experience. In year 11, I really struggled with Biology. I relied on memorisation, blanked in exams, and couldn't translate my knowledge into marks. That's exactly why I now specialise in helping students stuck in that 50-70 range - because I've been there myself. And I've helped students go from failing to A-range results by rebuilding their understanding and techniques from the ground up. Most students I've tutored come to me feeling: - Completely lost in class - Rely on memorisation but blank out during exams - Unsure how to answer questions properly - Stuck at the same marks despite studying hard This is exactly what I specialise in! 📈 What I Help You Achieve I focus on helping students: - Rebuild their understanding from the ground up - Turn confusion into clarity (so things actually make sense) - Improve from failing / average marks → strong results - Learn how to answer exam questions without guessing For students already doing well (80+), I also help: - Refine exam technique - Avoid losing easy marks - Push into Band 6 range So whether you're looking to brush up your fundamentals, push for that top in class position, or go even higher, I'll be here to guide you every step of the way! 📚 What I Offer: Biology (Year 11–12) - Clear, structured explanations (cause → mechanism → outcome) - Focus on exam technique and answering questions effectively - Training students to retain information long-term through active recall - Exposure to past paper questions and model answers Medicine Interview Preparation - Guidance on structuring responses - Building clear, logical answers under pressure - Personalised feedback to improve communication and confidence 🧠 My Teaching Style I specialise in: - Breaking down complex concepts into simple, understandable steps identifying gaps in understanding quickly - Training students to recall and apply knowledge, not just memorise - Helping struggling students to understand and apply concepts Lessons are highly personalised based on each student’s needs and school assessments. 📍 Availability In-person sessions at Castle Hill Library Weekday evenings & weekends 💰 Rates 1-on-1: $60/hr (Small group classes available later upon request) Feel free to message me if you’re interested or have any questions!