Tutor Biographies
All our tutors are trained and experienced tutors. Many are Masters or PhD students in mathematics, statistics or applied mathematics. They are trained to use peer-assisted tutoring techniques and are also required to do our own in-house MSC tutor training. The idea is that we guide the student to a self-directed learning path and we do not simply do the problems for the student. Every student is different with a variety of learning styles and our tutors are sensitive to this and can adapt accordingly.
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Hi! I’m Alex. I am a second year Mathematics student here at UCD. |
Alex Cooper|
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I have a PhD in Mathematics from UCD, with my general area of research being functional analysis. In particular, I study the geometry of infinite dimensional vector spaces consisting of polynomials, whatever that means. However you don't want to know that! What you do want to know is that I have ten years experience of lecturing and tutoring both at UCD, TCD and at The Open University and in all that time I have never met a person who can't do maths - I have only met people who think that they can't do it! Of course if you want to prove me wrong, then you will have to come along to the MSC and have a go! |
Anthony Brown|
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My name is Cian and I’m a fourth year Mathematics student. I always enjoyed maths at school, but it wasn’t until I came to UCD that I discovered how expansive the subject can be. During my time at UCD, I’ve been a peer mentor and I've volunteered in the Maths Sparks outreach programme for secondary school pupils. As a Science student, I also studied applied maths in my first two years and took first year physics classes, though I can help with mathematics modules and some statistics in particular. If you’re finding the transition to university-level maths a bit overwhelming, or if you just need to brush up on the basics, the Maths Support Centre is a great resource. |
Cian Jameson|
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Hi, my name is CJ and I am a PhD student with the SFI Centre for Research Training in Foundations of Data Science in UCD. I graduated from UCD in 2020 with a BSc in Mathematics and in 2021 I completed my MSc in Data and Computational Science. My PhD research focuses on Latent Variable Models for Collections of Networks, putting me in the area of Statistical Network Analysis. I have been working as a tutor in the MSC and in the School of Mathematics and Statistics since 2021. I am happy to help students with STAT modules and most MATH modules. I am also happy to provide help with R programming, Python programming and LaTeX. Academics aside, I enjoy baking and walking my dog! |
CJ Clarke|
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Hi! My name is Cormac and I am in my fourth year of Maths and Applied & Computational Maths at UCD. Maths has fascinated me since secondary school and I have always enjoyed solving problems. I have experience giving grinds and helping friends. I love helping others with maths, seeing the improvements they make and I believe that anyone can learn to love it. I am more than happy to help with any Maths, ACM or other maths related modules. Outside of academics, you'll find me at the climbing wall with the mountaineering club or out in the mountains! |
Cormac Watson|
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Hi! My name is Cristina and I am a current fourth year Maths, Applied Maths and Education undergraduate. Maths is the most fascinating subject to me and studying the MATH and ACM modules in college has further confirmed my passion for it. I’m a strong believer that being stuck is a natural and necessary part of learning maths rather than an indicator of your ability. Feel free to drop by to ask me any questions about MATH/ACM modules or Python and I would be very happy to help! |
Cristina Prida|
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Hello, I'm Hugh, I'm a final year Applied and Computational Maths student here in UCD. Maths has had me in a stranglehold many times before and I'm familiar with the headache it can be, but it's because of this that I also know everyone is capable of being able to make it through the struggle. I started my first year in Maynooth studying Maths and Physics and I transferred into UCD in my second. I'm happy to help with any Maths, ACM, classical mechanics or stats queries. I can also help with python programming assignments. |
Hugh Gaffey|
Jack McNicholl |
Hi, my name's Jack, and I'm a graduate in pure maths. I have three years experience giving maths grinds, a year working for the MSC, and have tutored two first-year maths modules. I personally know the value of the Maths Support Centre, since it answered many of my questions in first and second year until I built up the confidence to start talking to my Professors more. I can help with all MATH modules, and most STAT or ACM modules. Jack can also offer some assistance with R, Python and Jupyter Notebooks. |
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Niamh Fennelly |
Hi, my name is Niamh and I am a final year Applied and Computational Maths student. Maths has always been a real passion of mine; I love problem solving and learning about new mathematical concepts. I am currently tutoring a first year calculus module, and I also have two years of experience as a secondary school maths tutor. I understand that the shift from secondary school to 3rd level mathematics can be really challenging, and it can take some time to grow accustomed to a new style of learning. Personally, I found the UCD maths support centre to be a huge help when I was starting out, so I am excited to have the opportunity to help other students in the same way. I enjoy teaching maths and find it very fulfilling. I really believe in helping students to find the strategies and methods of understanding that work for them. I am happy to assist with any Maths or Applied Maths questions you may have, and I look forward to meeting you! |
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Hi, my name is Oisín and I am a PhD student in Mathematics at UCD. My research focuses on error-correcting codes for quantum computing, using approaches from a well developed classical theory. It's been my experience that studying mathematics can bring about both frustration and joy in great measure, and often the difficulty is in striking a healthy balance. I've been a tutor at UCD for a few years now, and I have also been involved in the Peer Mentoring and Cara programmes. Studying maths at university can be a big hurdle for many students, but thankfully there is a strong community of tutors who are passionate about helping students overcome their difficulties. My primary goal when a student drops in for maths support is that they leave with a lot less mathematical frustration and, (hopefully), a little more mathematical joy. I am happy to help with MATH, STAT or ACM modules, and I can also provide support for Python programming. |
Oisín Campion|
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Hi, my name is Peter and I am a first year PhD student in Mathematics here at UCD. |
Peter Neamti|
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Hi, my name is Réka and I’m in my 5th year of electronic and computer engineering. I love mathematics and with engineering I get to experience the hands on applications of it. I have previous tutoring experience in maths, I’m doing grinds privately. I can assist you with all engineering mathematics such as calculus or linear algebra and if you have any EEEN subject related questions I can help with that too. I’m also familiar with a good few programming languages like Matlab, python or C so feel free to ask for help if needed. Outside of maths I love to read and hike and within my field I’m mostly interested in analogue electronics. |
Reka Zetenyi