Profile
Gavin Devereux
My CV
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Education:
Aylesford School in Warwick (1995 to 1999)
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Qualifications:
Canterbury Christ Church University: PhD in Exercise Physiology, and a BSc (Hons) in Sport and Exercise Science.
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Work History:
Before my current post, I’ve lectured at universities in Dundee and Canterbury.
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Current Job:
Course Leader for BSc (Hons) Sport and Exericse Science
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My Typical Day:
A working day is a mix of lecturing to students, and then being in the laboratory, either teaching students practical skills or collecting data for research studies.
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What I'd do with the prize money:
To buy a some laboratory items that would be excellent for school and/or college visits.
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My Interview
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How would you describe yourself in 3 words?
Understanding, calm and friendly.
Were you ever in trouble at school?
Yes – when I was nervous, I always used to find it difficuly not to laugh/giggle. Therefore, if the class was being told off for something, I’d giggle and get the blame.
Who is your favourite singer or band?
Currently, I don’t know. When I was at secondary school, Oasis were at their peak, and I was obsessed! I remember scheduling a doctors appointment on a school day morning, on purpose, so I could go to Woolworths first thing to buy one of their albums released on that day (I’m not advocating bunking off school :-).
If you had 3 wishes for yourself what would they be? - be honest!
1. Be a good dad and husband, 2. Generally enjoy things – including family and friends, and 3. Be good at what I do in my working life.
Tell us a joke.
JIMMY CARR: “A lady with a clipboard stopped me in the street the other day. She said, can you spare a few minutes for Cancer Research? I said, all right, but we’re not going to get much done.”
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