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$110 per hour
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- One-to-one tuition
- Online help
- In person
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About
I am currently a PhD candidate in Computer Science and an active musician specialising in clarinet performance, composition, and arranging. I offer tutoring in Computer Science, STEM-related subjects, and Music. I have been teaching since 2016, with students ranging from primary school through to postgraduate university level.
In Computer Science, I hold tutor, laboratory demonstrator, and course/assessment development roles across undergraduate and postgraduate courses at UNSW Sydney. My teaching experience includes foundations of computer science, discrete mathematics, algorithm analysis, and privacy engineering. I maintain student satisfaction ratings consistently above school and faculty averages.
In Music, I teach clarinet, music theory, aural skills, composition, and NSW HSC Music 1, 2, and Extension. I have successfully prepared students for AMEB exams, HSC performance and written components, auditions, scholarships, competitions, and public performances. My students range from complete beginners to advanced performers and adult learners. I have also been involved with various public and private schools across Sydney for instrumental tuition, ensemble direction, composition workshops, and recording workshops; I continue to contribute to these on an occasional basis.
I enjoy helping students achieve their goals in a thorough, efficient, and supportive manner. My teaching style emphasises strong foundational understanding, effective technique, and intuitive problem-solving. Beyond assessment results, I moreover find importance in helping students develop genuine curiosity and fundamental, long-term understanding in their studies.
For 2026, my in-person availability is generally limited to Thursdays and Saturdays, though online lessons are more flexible. My rate is $110/hr.
Achievements
- UNSW Development Research and Training Grant (2026)
- CSIRO’s Data61 David Irvine Postgraduate Scholarship (PhD, top-up) (2026)
- Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarship (PhD, fully funded) (2025)
- University of New South Wales Concerto Competition Winner (2023)
- Academy of Domaine Forget de Charlevoix Enriched Program Scholarship, awarded twice (2020, 2021)
- Sydney Conservatorium of Music Concerto Competition Winner (2018)
- Edna Wilde Scholarship Recipient (2018)
- Dean’s List of Excellence in Academic Performance at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, The University of Sydney (2017)
- Sydney University Musical Society Composition Competition Winner (2017)
- Sydney Conservatorium of Music Patricia Lucas Music Achievement Scholarship Recipient (2017)
- Red Bull Music Academy Purist Remix Competition Winner (2015)
Education
[In Progress] Doctor of Philosophy, in Computer Science & Engineering - The University of New South Wales Master of Information Technology, in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science & Engineering, with Excellence - The University of New South Wales - WAM: High Distinction Bachelor of Music (Performance) - Sydney Conservatorium of Music, The University of Sydney - WAM: High Distinction
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Around Turramurra
Around Gordon
Around Chatswood
Around Hornsby
Travel policy
I am able to meet in-person at my place in Turramurra, or at public venues (e.g. libraries) if they align with my schedule. I am also available online.