Individual online tutoring

Physics & Mathematics

Understand. Reason. Progress.

From secondary-school foundations to university physics, I help you understand the ideas, build your reasoning and tackle problems with confidence. With diagrams, concrete examples and explanations at your pace.

Secondary school to university · In English, French or Spanish

Master’s in theoretical physics · University of Montpellier

THE HIGGS POTENTIALφ
Three-dimensional Mexican-hat potential: a central peak and a circular valley of minima, with one minimum highlighted.V(φ)φ1φ2

V(φ₁, φ₂) = λ4(φ₁² + φ₂² − v²)²

Two-component slice · arbitrary units

The Mexican-hat potential and symmetry breaking.
3 years
of individual tutoringFrench- and Spanish-speaking students
8 years
of software developmentSpace, transport and digital television
3 languages
to learn togetherEnglish · Français · Español
01 / THE LESSONS

Make sense of science.

Physics and maths support from secondary school to university science and engineering courses. We work with your syllabus, materials and goals, through regular lessons or help with a specific topic.

Physics

Understand what is happening before choosing a formula: identify the phenomena, state the assumptions, build a model and interpret the result. We also work on setting up equations, checking units and estimating orders of magnitude.

MechanicsElectromagnetismThermodynamicsWaves & opticsQuantum physicsRelativity
Explore physics tutoring

Mathematics

Revisit an unclear idea, become more confident with calculations and learn to build a proof or a solution. For science courses, we connect the mathematical tools to their applications in physics.

AlgebraFunctions & analysisGeometryProbabilityDifferential & integral calculusDifferential equations
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Secondary school, university preparation and undergraduate science courses, particularly physics and engineering. University maths support focuses on the tools used in those courses. For a specific request, send me your syllabus.

A lesson for your situation

Support & foundations

Revisit the basics, clarify your course and work through the problems you find difficult. We identify gaps and build firm foundations, without judgement.

Exams & entrance tests

Prepare for a test, an exam or a university entrance assessment with targeted exercises and past papers. We work on choosing a method, presenting your reasoning and checking the result.

University topics in depth

Go beyond a calculation recipe and understand the concepts, from mechanics to quantum physics and relativity. Particularly suited to science and engineering students.

02 / THE APPROACH

Understand, then solve.

My aim is for you to understand the reasoning and use it independently. If one explanation does not work, we try another, with words and examples that make sense to you.

01

Start with what you know

We look at your course, questions and a problem to identify the sticking point: a concept, a calculation or the step from a question to its equations. The level, pace and materials adapt to you. No question is too simple.

02

Connect ideas and equations

I draw, rephrase and offer concrete examples. In physics, we make sense of the model and each term; in maths, we explain why each step is valid. We work progressively, taking the time to check that you understand.

03

Practise to build independence

You take part in solving problems, explain your choices and practise with targeted exercises. We analyse mistakes and review your progress to build a method you can use again in assignments or exams, with greater confidence.

03 / YOUR TUTOR

Jîyan AkbayClear explanations. A love of teaching.

I hold a master’s degree in theoretical physics from the University of Montpellier and have 3 years of experience tutoring French-speaking and Spanish-speaking students. I teach physics and maths in English, French or Spanish, with explanations suited to each student’s level and goals.

Before focusing on physics, I worked for 8 years as an embedded software developer in space, transport and digital television. My research internships then explored neutron stars and the Higgs potential. That experience connects practical applications to the theoretical ideas I enjoy making accessible.

Master’s in theoretical physicsUniversity of Montpellier
3 years as a tutorIndividual physics and maths lessons
8 years as a developerEmbedded software and systems
Jîyan Akbay, physics and maths tutor
PRACTICAL DETAILS

Before the first lesson.

A few details to help you get started.

How does an online lesson work?

We meet by video call and use a shared whiteboard to write, draw and solve problems together. You can send me your materials beforehand. Lessons combine explanations, questions and exercises: you take part in the reasoning from start to finish.

Can I get help with one topic or an upcoming exam?

Yes. Lessons can address a specific need or be part of regular support. Send me your syllabus, exam date if relevant and what you want to work on, and we will set the priorities together.

What should I prepare?

Your level, the topic you are studying and, if possible, a problem you find difficult. A computer or tablet and a stable internet connection are enough to get started. For a university course, your syllabus and materials help us define the content.

What are the rates and available times?

They depend on your level, your needs and the time slot you are looking for. Tell me about your situation in the form and I will send you a proposal before we arrange a lesson.

04 / CONTACT

Let’s start with a conversation.

Tell me what you are studying, what you find difficult and what you would like to achieve. I will reply by email.

  • You can write in English, French or Spanish.
  • No phone number is needed.
  • Getting in touch does not commit you to a lesson.

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