The objective of the tutorial program is to learn to think critically about problems and experiments in modern biological sciences. The focus is on careful reading and analysis, not on a broad coverage of a particular field. Thus, tutorial complements and expands upon the formal course curriculum. Most tutors meet individually with students for approximately an hour twice a month.
Some tutors conduct small group tutorials within a similar schedule.
Tutors who meet with groups, of course, are also available for individual advice and scientific discussion as needed. It is important for you to take the initiative to contact your tutor whenever a meeting is needed outside of a regularly agreed-upon schedule. It is also your responsibility to attend tutorial sessions. Please contact your tutor in a timely fashion prior to the scheduled tutorial if you are unable to keep an appointment. The amount of reading assigned for any one tutorial session will obviously vary.