Research
My main areas of research lie in the field of ancient Greek literature. I find ancient Greek literature fascinating, as it dates back to a time where life was so different. I believe that understanding the literature, takes us many steps forwards in understanding ancient Greek culture.

I am currently collating research for my next thesis, which will focus on Greek Mythology and story of Oedipus. I aim to conduct further research into the stories of Oedipus the King; Oedipus at Colonus; and Antigone; the three stories of Oedipus.

Education
2005-2008 PhD Ancient Greek mythology and the role of the family

University of Leeds: funding awarded from the Leeds Archaeology society

• My thesis explored areas of research that I felt needed further development, mainly regarding Greek mythological stories.
• I visited sites of archaeological interest in Greece to inspire my thesis; the most beneficial was my three month stay in an ancient archaeological site in Thebes.
• Focus was made greatly on the Royal line of Thebes, starting with the story of Oedipus. 
• See attached for the full synopsis of my thesis proposal

2003-2004 MA Classics, Hellenic and Hellenistic Near East MA

University of Leeds:
Modules studied include:

• Greek philology and Ionain Literature.
• The Political, Social and Economic History of the Hellenistic World.
• Hellenistic Art and Architecture.
• Dissertation title: The depiction of Men in Trojan women by Euripides.

2000-2003 BA hons English, Classical and Archaeology studies (1st class)

University of Leeds:
Modules studied include:

• Greek and Roman Civilization
• Atlantis: The History of a Legend and the Invention of Utopias
• Classical Mythology
• Languages of Literature
• Greek Religion
• Development of the Greek city-state
• Politics and culture in 5th century Athens

1997-2000 A levels

         Allerton High School
         History (A), English Literature (A), Geography (B), Art (B)

1992-1997 GCSE

         Allerton High School
         10 GCSE (A*-B Grades)

Publications
Galbriath. E, Smith. J, Jones. D (2007) ‘Antigone: the modern woman’ Published in Ancient Greeks R us (256-302)
Galbriath, E (2009) ‘Greek mythological literature’ Published in Myths today, (105-196)
Galbriath, E (2010) ‘Oedipus: the man behind the myth’ Published in Ancient Greeks R us

Teaching experience
2000-2004 GCSE Tutor

I mentored GCSE English students, and provided tutoring sessions to help them with their exams.

I went through assignment and examination texts with them. Tutored them on subjects including Chaucer, Shakespeare, American Literature and 19th Century English Literature

2006-2010 Lecturer
I lectured at Leeds University, and specialised in Undergraduate classical literature and historical studies.

Work Experience
2003-2005 Librarian
Librarian at my University library, and supported classical and literature students. Whilst working with the texts, I learnt even more about classical literature.

2001-2002 Office admin staff
I helped with basic office tasks, like archiving; filing; photocopying; note taking; and general office support.

Conferences
April 2007 - Presentation on Ancient Greek mythology: Leeds Graduate School funding conference. The conference won the University £5000 for research funding.

Professional memberships

• I have been a member of the Society for Medieval Archaeology for three years
• As an avid Bronte Sisters fan, I have also been part of the Brontë Parsonage Museum and Brontë Society for nine years
• Have been a member of the Classical Association society for the past two years
• I have also been a keen member of the Hellenic society for eight years

Technical skills - I have acquired many skills throughout my work and educational experience. Completed a Microsoft 2007 course, enabling me to be fully competent in all aspects of the programme.

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