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French Private Lessons for any level (taught in English)

I offer private tutoring lessons in French using interactive approaches and methods adapted to each student.

During the lessons you will be able to practice your reading, speaking and writing skills. I will also introduce you to the francophone culture, including literature.

I grew up in Geneva and I am currently a PhD student at ETHZ. The lessons I am offering are suitable for any level - from beginners to advanced students - both for secondary school and University students.

One of my priority will be to help you reach constantly new objectives while enjoying learning.

I hope to hear from you soon!

Location

Online via webcam
At student's location: Around Basel, Switzerland

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General info

Age:
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Student level:
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration:
45 minutes
60 minutes
90 minutes
The class is taught in:English, French

About Me

I am 28 and I grew up in Geneva. I obtained a Bachelor's at EPFL in Life Sciences & Technologies in 2018 and then went to Zürich where I completed a Master's degree in Biomedical Engineering. In 2022, I moved to Basel to undertake a Ph.D. in the field of Biosystems Science & Engineering.
Besides studying, I have a deep interest in music (I play the guitar since the age of 6).

Education

2015: Swiss Federal Maturité, emphasis on Biology-Chemistry and Advanced Mathematics

2015-2018: Bachelor in Life Sciences & Technologies at EPFL (Lausanne).

2019-2021: Master's degree in Biomedical Engineering at ETHZ (Zürich).

2022-present: PhD in Biosystems & Engineering at ETHZ (Basel).

Experience / Qualifications

2018-2019: 5 months internship in a pharmaceutical company in Copenhagen.

2019: 4 months internship in a start-up specialized in orthopaedic biomechanics.

Reviews (6)

Patient and very encouraging!
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Lucien is an excellent teacher. My son has been working with him for some time and he is very happy. Lucien is well organized, responsive and he knows his subject perfectly.
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Very good first course with a well-covered and comprehensive subject.
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Understands needs well and provides targeted practical solutions; his tips are simple and effective for solving exercise problems.
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Lucien is friendly and attentive. He had a very good bond with my 7 year old child with whom he has to work on mathematics in English.
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I am looking forward to share my passion for Sciences with you! I offer private tutoring lessons using interactive approaches and methods adapted to each student. Lessons can be given in English or French. I recently obtained a Masters in Biomedical engineering at ETH Zurich and I have a large experience in applied Mathematics, Physics and Biology. The lessons I am offering are suitable for any level - from beginners to advanced students - both for secondary school and University programs. One of my priority will be to help you reach constantly new objectives while enjoying learning. I hope to hear from you soon!

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  • Instructor since August 2020
  • 3 repeat students
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