Bio
I am currently studying towards a BSc in Astrophysics and Applied Mathematics at the University of Cape Town. I love Maths and Science, and I am sure that I can help you reach your goals.
Before my current studies I worked for an international NGO where my responsibilities included being a lecturer for 4 years at an international, modular University. I have taught in India, South Africa, the UK and the USA. I love meeting new people am friendly, relaxed and will make you feel at ease with any subject matter.
Education
• 2018 - Current: B.Sc Astrophysics & Applied Mathematics (University of Cape Town)
• 2012 - 2014: Certificates in Discipleship (University of the Nations)
My Proudest
Achievements
• Lecturing at and designing courses for University of the Nations.
• Deputy Head Leader and 7 Distinctions in Matric.
• 4 Distinctions for 1st year, 3 Distinction for 2nd year, on the Dean's list and part of Golden Key for both years.
• Winner of the Steve Driver Prize for physics for 2nd year.
Subjects
- School Tutoring
Mathematics
Grade 1 - Grade 12 NSCI have always loved math and it comes very naturally to me. I enjoy helping others understand and feel comfortable with the material at hand.
Physical Science
Grade 1 - Grade 12 NSCI loved physics in high school and I am currently studying physics at an undergraduate level at the University of Cape Town
Afrikaans
Grade 1 - Grade 12 NSCI'll help you to interpret poems like a boss, use more idioms than your ouma and shake your teachers with your vocabulary!
English
Grade 1 - Grade 12 NSCI want to help students who aren’t comfortable with English to no longer be intimidated by it, but rather help them feel confident and ready to approach the subject!
- University Tutoring
Mathematics
First Year MAM1000W, MAM1044H, MAM1043H - UCTI have found that being relaxed and approaching mathematics in a calm, focused manner leads to the best results. I can help you work through problem sets and give you extra problems to work through.
Physics
First Year PHY1004W - UCTPhysics at a first year level can be challenging. But I figured it out and managed to get a distinction! I'd love to help students achieve the same!
Reviews from others
“Ruan is excellent in tutorial for my kids and always make sure they understand everything he teaches them.”- Osman
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