Whether you're wrestling with complex mathematical equations or seeking clarity on statistical concepts, our dedicated tutors are here to give advice in 1:1 appointments.
Book one of our 1:1 appointments to discuss specific questions, topics or issues you have about maths or numerical reasoning for employability.
Book an appointment to receive personalised advice on statistical concepts, quantitative analysis, or how to use various statistical software (SPSS, R, STATA).
We are unable to provide specific advice on work that will be formally assessed, such as dissertations, research projects, or any type of assignments.
During our meetings, we will focus on helping you develop the skills to address your concerns on your own by pointing you towards various helpful resources and instructional materials.
There is generally one appointment per week. After a discussion with a tutor, more frequent or repeat appointments can be arranged.
You are not guaranteed to see the same tutor. At the end of every appointment, our tutors write a short review of the covered content so that if a different tutor runs the next appointment, they will have some context. We do arrange appointments with the same tutor for repeat appointments.
No, the Maths Skills Centre is separate from the departments.
Anyone within the University of York community can make an appointment.
Appointment availability is listed up to four weeks in advance. If you are looking at the available appointments and there isn’t a time that works for you, please email the Maths Skills Centre (maths-skills-centre@york.ac.uk) and we will do our best to arrange an appointment at a time that works for you.
Maths appointments cover calculations and concepts. This means that statistical theory is best discussed in a maths appointment.
Statistics appointments cover quantitative data analysis and how to use statistical software. If you are unsure if your questions would be better suited to a maths to statistics appointment, please email us, and we can discuss which would be more appropriate.
Yes. Our tutors will try their best to find appropriate resources and work through your query with you, even if they are less experienced with the software you are using.
Although our tutors are experienced with using statistical software, we are not IT specialists. If you are experiencing technical difficulties, you should contact IT support.
A 1:1 appointment aims to provide advice and resources on any questions or topics you have.
Before your appointment, compile any questions or examples you would like to discuss in the session.
For those joining us virtually, please share your questions with us via email (maths-skills-centre@york.ac.uk) or share your screen during the session. If using a dataset, have it ready in your chosen statistical software.
"I had a really useful and enlightening conversation about the statistics topic at hand during my appointment."
"[The tutor] was so friendly and sweet and I was so anxious about going into the session but felt so calmed by them."
"I soooo wish I'd accessed this resource before now. I can see myself utilising it more, and promoting it to fellow students."
"Thank you for this service, you saved my time!"
Online 1:1 appointments take place via Zoom. Here's a quick guide on how to attend using Zoom:
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