Poynting’s Pointers, formally know as the Physics Mentor Scheme, has been running now for two years. It is there as a lifeline for all Physics students at the University of Birmingham.
The concept is simple: for each module, a student can get in contact with one of (usually) three designated students who have volunteered to help others with that subject. All volunteers are physics students who have already completed that module, and are there to help!
There are a few rules to this scheme:
- The volunteers will never help a student with assessed problems - this is plagiarism!
- Volunteers can only be contacted during the first and second terms - not during holidays, revision or exam time.
You can join the scheme, to help other students with modules you have previously studied. It’s great experience in teaching and a big CV booster!
To find out more and apply contact Hannah at hxn664@bham.ac.uk