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Sumit

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PhD Chemist & Former University Researcher | SQA National 5, Higher & Advanced Higher Chemistry Tutor

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I’m Sumit, a Chemistry tutor based in Falkirk, supporting students across Scotland studying SQA National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher Chemistry, as well as GCSE and A-level Chemistry.

I hold a PhD in Chemistry from Stockholm University and an MSc in Chemistry from Arizona State University. I also have more than 10 years of university teaching and research experience, including several years carrying out Chemistry research at the University of Edinburgh.

My academic background is particularly strong in inorganic and solid-state Chemistry. Throughout my university career, I have also supervised PhD students and trained researchers in the use of advanced analytical instrumentation.

I now use that depth of subject knowledge to help school students understand Chemistry more clearly, build confidence and prepare effectively for examinations. I focus on helping students understand the underlying scientific ideas rather than simply memorising answers, before applying that knowledge through structured practice and exam-style questions.

For SQA students, I support National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher Chemistry, adapting lessons to the level of the course and the individual needs of each learner.

Students looking for wider Chemistry support can explore Central Tutors Chemistry tutoring across Scotland.

If you are looking for structured, supportive Chemistry tuition with strong subject knowledge and a focus on genuine understanding, I would be very happy to help.

Postdoctoral Research Associate
University of Edinburgh
Chemistry
2016–2022

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Stockholm University
Chemistry

Master’s Degree (MSc)
Arizona State University
Chemistry

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I bring over 10 years of university teaching and research experience, including lecturing in inorganic and solid-state Chemistry, supervising PhD students, and training researchers on advanced analytical instruments. I now use that depth to help school students with National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher Chemistry, and GCSE and A-level (AQA).

My lessons are well structured: I use my own slide decks, divided by unit and topic, each with a concise topic summary and a one-page “night before the exam” recap so students can see how the ideas fit together and revise quickly. Past-paper practice is a regular part of every course, so students get used to real exam questions and learn how to pick up marks. I also use interactive animations and videos where they help to explain difficult ideas.

All sessions are online. They’re flexible and typically one hour, with two-hour sessions available for mock and prelim practice. Lessons are one-to-one, or in small groups of up to two students.

My teaching is question-and-answer based. I start by finding out what the student already knows and where they are stuck. Then, rather than simply telling them the answer, I ask questions that lead them to work it out, because students remember what they have figured out for themselves. Each topic is taught from a clear summary, with diagrams and worked examples, followed by intensive practice with past-paper questions.

Every student is different, so I don’t use the same method for everyone. I adjust the pace and style to suit each student, and I ask for their feedback regularly so the lessons keep working for them. I teach exam technique too: how to read a question, set out an answer and pick up marks. Sessions are friendly and focused, and students are welcome to make mistakes and ask questions without embarrassment.

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