University of Leeds: High 2.1 Honours in Classical Civilisations (BA European) September 2005 – June 2009

 My degree at Leeds has given me the confidence and ability to critically analyse information and propose intelligent and creative solutions to problems as well as to develop an understanding and experience of the research methods used to investigate and establish knowledge. The work and research I performed for exams and coursework greatly improved my ability to work autonomously and the team based seminars and excursions developed my knowledge of working in a collegiate manner with a common goal.

 References at Leeds University: Dr Clare Kelly Blazeby

 University of Verona, Italy (Erasmus exchange year) October 2007 – July 2008

The year I spent studying in Verona, Italy critically enhanced my researching and analysing skills, and enabled me to understand the academic way of life in a different country and culture, as well as being part of a very international community. In addition it greatly raised my Italian language ability (studying and researching in Italian).

Intensive Italian Course, University of Verona, Italy August-September 2007

CELTA Intensive teaching English course, Manchester, UK July 2010

This course in English teaching to adult learners allowed me to develop a knowledge and confidence in analysing language for teaching purposes as well as to produce lessons with a balance of individual, pair and group work and a communicative focus. 

Secondary Education 2002 – 2004: Parrs Wood 6^th Form College (BBC at A level)

1997 – 2002: Parrs Wood High School (10 GCSEs)

Languages

English Mother Tongue

Italian (fluent)

German GCSE level

 Work Experience

September 2002 – March 2003: Bar Work at The Pear Tree Bar, Wilmslow Road, Didsbury, Manchester

April 2003 – May 2004: Kitchen assistant, Pizza Express Restaurant, 95 Lapwing Lane, Didsbury, Manchester

May 2004 – November 2004: Gym assistant, The Northern Fitness and Tennis Club, Palatine Road, Didsbury, Manchester