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Joshua Bilney

Joshua Bilney

Joshua is a STEM tutor with a passion for working with students of all abilities to achieve their academic goals. His highly patient and encouraging teaching approach, coupled with his enthusiasm for Mathematics, helps his students gain the skills and confidence to reach their potential. Enjoying a challenge, Joshua excelled in Barker College’s Mathematics program, ranking 2nd in his candidature of over 100 students in Mathematics Ext 1 (96/100) and Mathematics Ext 2 (95/100). Currently, Joshua is studying combined Mathematics and Electrical Engineering under a full academic scholarship at the University of Sydney.

Results and qualifications

  • ATAR 99.75
  • Subjects: Mathematics Ext. 2 (95/100, 2nd at Barker College), Mathematics Ext. 1 (96/50, 2nd at Barker College), Physics (95/100, 11th at Barker College), Chemistry (96/100, 4th at Barker College)
  • School: Barker College
  • University: Bachelor of Mathematics and Electrical Engineering at The University of Sydney (Full Scholarship)
  • HSC Premier’s Award for All-Round Excellence (2024)
  • International Chemistry Competition - High Distinction (2024)
  • Australian Mathematics Competition - Distinction (2023)
  • KSF Mathematics Competition - Distinction (2023)
  • Australian Mathematics Competition - Distinction (2022)
  • Computer & Algorithmic Thinking Competition - Distinction (2022)
  • KSF Mathematics Competition - High Distinction (2022)

Approach to tutoring

Joshua believes that the key to academic success lies in a deep comprehension of the foundations of a subject. His approach emphasises relating new knowledge to previously taught concepts, strengthening his student’s understanding. He finds this enables his students to think critically when faced with even the trickiest problems. Joshua adopts a collaborative approach with his students, working to uniquely tailor his lessons and explanations to each individual learning style. An essential aspect of Joshua’s style is his ability to serve as a guide for his students to think independently, giving them the opportunity to reach conclusions on their own. This way, his students find themselves empowered with the confidence to think analytically across all aspects of life. He endeavours to build a friendly and encouraging relationship with his students, fostering a supportive environment to ask questions and improve their learning. Further, Joshua helps set regular goals that enable students to strive for the highest level of achievement.

Biography

Joshua grew up in West Pymble, Sydney, attending Gordon West Public School through until Year 6 before attending Barker College from Year 7 until Year 12. It was during his time at Barker where Joshua developed his passion for mathematics and problem-solving. He is currently studying a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering at the University of Sydney, where he continues to develop his critical thinking and analytical skills and pursue his deep interest in STEM.