Patrick Morton provides his curriculum vitae, including details about his education and work experience. He studied Mathematics and Philosophy at the University of Birmingham and is predicted to graduate with a 2:1. He has work experience conducting research at the University of Birmingham and working in hospitality. He is an active member of student organizations and enjoys music, debating, and ballroom dancing.

1. Patrick Morton ­ Curriculum Vitae
Details
Term Time Address:​ 78 Harrow Road, Selly Oak, Birmingham, B29 7DW
Home Address: ​1 Wansbeck Road, Keynsham, Bristol, BS31 1QJ
Mobile Number:​ 07701027117 ​Email:​ PatrickJamesMorton@gmail.com
Graduation Date:​ 17th June 2016
Personal Profile
I am a student of Mathematics & Philosophy at the University of Birmingham studying at a 2:1 standard. I take a
keen interest in my studies, particularly in the areas of computability, logic, the foundations of mathematics,
language, and other related analytical fields. It is my aptitude in logical thinking and critical thought that has
drawn me to these subjects. I am an active member of the vibrant student community here in Birmingham, taking
part in a broad range of group activities and having sat on student committees since the beginning of my
University career. I enjoy working in team­based employment roles, and have worked in a number of hospitality
jobs including bartending, waiting/banqueting and portering. As a result I have found that I am a person who is
driven by team­based environments to achieve goals and reach shared targets.
Education
University of Birmingham Mathematics & Philosophy 2:1 (Predicted) 2013 ­ 2016
Wellsway Sixth Form Chemistry A* 2010 ­ 2012
Mathematics A
English Language B
Wellsway School 9 GCSE’s A* to B 2005 ­ 2010
Work Experience
University of Birmingham Researcher Jun. 2015 ­ Aug 2015
● 8 Week internship at the University of Birmingham conducting research into the legacy of the National
Higher Education STEM Programme
● Roles included: conducting structured telephone interviews with academics, designing a survey,
contacting respondents and carrying out research through online resources
● Worked with a research partner in planning the project and writing up a summary report
Compass Event Staff Bartender/Waiter Jun. 2014 ­ Present
● Between 1­2 shifts per week, typically 7­15 hours per shift
● High standards of personal appearance and customer service required
● Events include match days, business conferences, weddings and other functions.
Debate Mate Mentor Oct. 2013 ­ Apr. 2014
● I ran two after school clubs per week at Harbourne Academy and Golden Hillock School
● It was my role to organise group sessions and activities, challenge the students to think critically about
current affairs, show them how to argue logically and how to rebut an opponent's argument
● In addition to these sessions, I judged several rounds of the Urban Debate League competition in the West
Midlands in which I adjudicated debates and gave constructive feedback to pupils

2. Skills
Studying Mathematics & Philosophy has given me a diverse set of skills associated with problem­solving and
essay writing. As well as demonstrating competency in numeracy and solving formal problems, I have proven that
I can write effective formal documents in an academic context by achieving high 1st and 2:1 grades in my written
essays. In Philosophy I have chosen to study modules centred on logic and analytic philosophy. Through this I
have learnt how to write in a concise, clear manner, whilst giving consistent logical arguments that follow a
precise structure. In Mathematics this year I am studying topics in Computability and Pure Mathematics. Learning
about the theory behind computation is giving me insight the core functionality of computers, and has enabled me
to apply my analytical skills in an inspiring new way. Pure Mathematics is aiding me to further develop analytical
skills and is challenging me creatively to think of proofs in answer to complex questions.
Between June and August of this year I was employed as a research intern at the University of Birmingham to
assess the legacy of the government­funded National HE STEM Programme. This required me to use Excel to
analyse data taken from surveys and from HESA and present my findings in the summary report. In my academic
studies I have become effective at using online resources to research topics for my essays and maths projects, as
well as in using word processing software and LaTeX for writing them up. During my internship I was also
required to conduct telephone interviews with professional academics, helping me to develop an effective
telephone manner and other communication skills which supplement my customer services skill­set.
Activities and Interests
President of the Jazz and Blues Society; Lead guitarist of Birmingham­based indie band Ideal Club; Member and
previous Treasurer of the Debating society; Member of the Ballroom and Latin Dance Society
As President of the Jazz and Blues Society it is my role to direct a committee of eight persons and lead weekly
sessions that include performances in the Selly Oak area and workshops in the Guild of Students. Exceptional
organisational and teamwork skills are required to carry out the various logistical tasks, such as transport and
procurement of equipment, booking of venues, advertising of events, etc. in addition to arranging socials and
hired performances for other societies. I am personally very proud of the society, which this year has vastly grown
in its membership and level of activity, and I believe this has been possible due to supportive and hardworking
group of people I have worked with.
I have performed as a musician for many years now, and have been involved in a range of groups from a
professional jazz big band based in Bath to my current status as a lead guitarist in the indie­blues band Ideal Club.
Working as part of a group to arrange stellar performances and record original musical material has been an
integral part of these activities. I have found that performing under the spotlight has given me a confidence that
enables me to work under pressure and which is transferable to any situation involving presentation to an
audience. My involvement in the debating society and my previous job teaching debating skills to secondary
school children have served to further develop skills in preparation and public speaking. As treasurer of the
debating society I liaised with the law firm Allen & Overy from whom a secured a large sponsorship package,
which I believe is demonstrative of my presentation skills in a professional context.
Mark Pierce ­ ​Staffing Operations Manager Michael Grove ­ Internship Director​ ​Dr Maria Carmen Reguera ­ Tutor
Compass Group University of Birmingham University of Birmingham
Tel: 07500127283 Tel: 0121 414 8519 Tel: 0121 414 6198
Email: ​Mark.Pierce@compass­group.co.uk Email: m.j.grove@bham.ac.u​k Email: m.reguera@bham.ac.uk