Gerald McKeon

Subjects & Levels

• Maths — Leaving Certificate
• Maths — Junior Certificate
• Maths — University / Third Level
• Biology — Leaving Certificate
• Biology — Junior Certificate
• Biology — University / Third Level
• Chemistry — Leaving Certificate
• Chemistry — Junior Certificate
• Chemistry — University / Third Level
• Physics — Leaving Certificate
• Physics — Junior Certificate
• Physics — University / Third Level

About Me

Please scroll halfway down to see information on my Succeeding in College Courses. I come from a strong background in science with around 10 years experience in doing major exams and am well versed in study and exam strategy having graduated with 1st Class Honours. I also have teaching experience and have been giving grinds to Second and Third Level Students for over 15 years. I graduated with a Bachelor of Science honours degree in TCD and continued on to do a postgraduate in Biomedical Science (which is the Science behind Medicine) after which I also worked in the Hospital and Research areas. My approach to grinds not only consists of providing a thorough understanding of the curriculum at a pace that suits the student but instruction in Exam Strategy and Techniques is emphasised. These techniques will also benefit other Leaving Cert subjects (I can give grinds in exam and study techniques alone if requested). Notes are given during sessions to make subjects more understandable and which streamlines study & revision. Exam papers are an essential part of the tuition. Success rates show almost all students improving by at least 80+ points with many getting 500+. Maximum results to date is 625 points allowing the students progress into medicine. Cost for one-on-one tuition €27/€32, group €22 per person per hour. Note that demand for places increases as the year progresses and positions fill rapidly so getting in early is advised. Gerald McKeon, BSc, M.A., P.G.Cert. The Succeeding in College Courses provide detailed information on all aspects of college life particularly on study and exam techniques and correct planning and composition of assignments. Also included are how to organise yourself, research techniques, timetabling, note taking, etc, etc. Students make the mistake that 3rd level requires exactly the same approach as the leaving cert. Knowing the strategies gives a student a head start in handling the challenges of college, increases confidence, and reduces uncertainty and stress. This is information acquired from 10 years experience of study and doing major exams culminating in 1st class honours. The courses are held throughout the year. They last 3 hours (or can be split into hourly sessions) and detailed handouts are provided which the students can refer to long after having done the course.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the lesson. After that, 50% back. If Gerald cancels, you always get a full refund.