Help your child get into a top STEM university in 1–5 years

Talented students miss out on top STEM offers not because they lack ability, but because nobody taught them the study skills and problem solving skills universities actually select for. We fix this with a long-term, structured program that shows measurable progress within the first 30 days.

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92.3%

of our students’ A-level grades were A*–A in 2025

73.1%

of our students’ A-level grades were A* in 2025

30 days

to measurable progress

1–5 yrs

structured program with clear milestones

01How we achieve this

Two skills. One structured program.

If your child develops these two skills to a high level, they can essentially guarantee admission into a STEM course at a top university.

Study skills

Most students struggle to achieve good grades not because they lack ability, but because nobody taught them how to actually learn. There’s unlimited information available on the internet — the problem is knowing how to use it.

We teach the fundamentals of how learning works — specifically how to encode information effectively and retrieve it under exam conditions.
We provide strategies on how they should study outside of school for their GCSE and A-level STEM subjects.
Students who develop these study skills begin to see improvements within weeks and go on to achieve exceptional GCSE and A-level results.

Problem solving

Problem solving is the ability to tackle difficult and unfamiliar Maths and Science questions. It's a key skill that top universities look for in STEM applicants, yet most students never properly develop it. As a result, they struggle with admissions tests, interviews, and the hardest questions in exams.

We give students clear roadmaps to improve their problem solving skills in relevant STEM subjects outside of school.
Students develop experience tackling hard questions through group sessions and 1-to-1 classes.
Over time students build the kind of deep problem solving ability that impresses admissions tutors and holds up in interviews.

02Results

Real students. Real offers.

Each student below started in a different place. By focusing on the two key skills, they achieved these results.

Cambridge

Barnaby

Starting9 8 7 7 6 6 6 6 6

FinalA* A* A* A*

Duration13 months

OfferCambridge · Maths

3 × A*

Jerin

Starting7 6 6 6 5 4 1 D2 M2

FinalA* A* A*

Duration8 months

OfferGap year

Warwick

Gopal

Starting9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 7 7

FinalA* A* A* A*

Duration15 months

OfferWarwick · Maths

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03Why you need it

The difference between an offer and a rejection isn’t ability. It’s preparation.

High grades are no longer enough on their own.

Every year more students achieve top grades. Grade inflation means A*s are now the standard, not the exception. Your child needs exceptional grades just to be competitive — and then they need to prove they can think beyond the syllabus.

Weak study skills waste hundreds of hours — and still don’t produce the best results.

Time spent studying does not equal academic success. Without the right approach, your child can work incredibly hard and still underperform. Study skills are what make every hour of work count.

Perfect grades won’t get your child into a top STEM university on their own.

Your child could have straight A*s at A-level and still be rejected. Oxbridge and Imperial require admissions tests and interviews specifically designed to assess problem solving ability.

Problem solving cannot be built overnight — it takes years.

Going from a beginner to a problem solver is not a 2-month process. It takes consistent, structured practice over years. The earlier your child starts, the higher the level they can reach — and every student we’ve worked with says the same thing: they wish they had started sooner.

04How it works

Getting started is simple

01Step

Book a free 15-minute call

No commitment, no pressure. Just a short call to understand where your child is right now and what they’re aiming for.

02Step

See if it’s the right fit

On the call we'll be honest about whether the program is right for your child and your situation. This isn’t a sales call — it’s a genuine conversation.

03Step

The next step

If it’s a good fit, we’ll book a longer call to discuss the program in detail. If not, you’ll leave with free training to help your child start developing these skills straight away.

05About

Meet the Founder

My name is Khalid. I studied Chemical Engineering at Imperial College London. Over the past few years I’ve worked with 100+ students helping them develop the study skills and problem solving skills needed to secure offers at Oxbridge, Imperial and other top STEM universities.

I built AskHours with one goal — to make sure that every student who is serious about studying STEM at a top university has the tools to get there. Too many capable students miss out simply because nobody showed them how. This program exists to change that.

Khalid Founder · Imperial College London

06Pricing

Simple, transparent pricing

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Basic

For students getting started

£150/ month

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5 live group sessions every week — Your child joins online to build strong study habits and sharp problem-solving skills
Video course — Covering proven strategies for GCSE and A-level exams and university interviews
Unlimited Maths & Science help — Students can ask for help at any time and get support with difficult topics
Peer learning community — Access to a private space where students help each other with questions, share notes, and stay motivated together

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Advanced

For students targeting the very top

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Tailored to your child

Features available upon request
Custom program structure
Priority access and support

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07FAQs

Questions parents ask

Will this work for my child?

This program is designed for motivated students who are capable of strong academic performance but lack a clear system for developing the skills top STEM universities look for. We work with students at different starting points and the framework adapts to where your child is now. As long as your child is willing to engage and work hard, this program will help them to achieve exceptional results.

How is this different from normal tutoring?

Schools and tutoring focus mainly on content and short-term exam performance. We focus on the underlying skills that drive long-term success: study skills, problem-solving and strategic thinking. These are the skills that determine performance in admissions tests, interviews, and high-level STEM courses, yet are rarely taught explicitly elsewhere.

When is the right time to start?

The earlier the better. The deadline for Year 11 & 12 students to join is late December. Starting early allows skills to compound over years, while starting later means sacrifices need to be made and the student needs to work harder outside of school. We help families determine the right time to join during the 15-minute call.

When will we see progress?

Parents typically see measurable improvements within the first 30 days. This will show up as improved organisation, more effective independent learning and improvement in topic test scores. Parents will notice a significant transformation after 6–12 months.

What does my child do week to week?

Your child follows a structured weekly plan tailored to their subjects and year group. This includes time for independent work, 1-to-1 sessions and group sessions. The weekly plan is designed to be sustainable alongside school and extracurriculars and will not be overwhelming.

What happens if it’s not a good fit?

The 15-minute call exists to assess fit on both sides. If the program is not right for your child, we will tell you honestly and provide guidance on how to move forward independently. There is no pressure to continue if it does not make sense.

I’m still not sure if I should book this call. What should I do?

I’d still recommend booking the call. One of two things will happen: either you’ll see that the program is a great fit and decide to move forward, or I’ll send you a free 45-minute training video to help your child get started with developing their study skills and problem solving skills. There’s genuinely no downside. The call only takes 10–15 minutes, and at a minimum you’ll come away with clarity and a clear next step to put your child in a stronger position for getting into a STEM course at a top university in the future.

How do the live sessions work?

Sessions run online after school and on weekends. Mon, Wed, Thu 7–8pm and Sat, Sun 11am–12pm.

What if my child misses a session?

We don't record sessions. Your child needs to show up to engage with the session.

What do the sessions actually cover?

Three sessions a week are on Maths problem-solving — Algebra, Geometry, Combinatorics, Number Theory. The other two are study skills Q&As where students bring strategic questions related to their studies and get answers.

Will this help with my child's GCSEs and A-levels?

Yes. Everything is designed to work together. Students watch the course to learn the study strategies, and then apply them in their own study time. During independent study, they typically run into two main challenges:

Strategic issues: Managing time, dealing with distractions, and staying efficient.
Technical issues: Not understanding a specific academic concept or topic.

We support students with both types of issues through our Community, Study Skills classes, and Technical Support.

Is this tied to the school curriculum?

Our study and problem-solving strategies apply to any exam board, and we support all exam boards with technical help. However, students must do the independent study themselves and request support when they need it.

We don't work through a single syllabus together from start to finish because different students are working on different things. Instead, our study skills sessions provide strategic support and help students design their own independent study plans.