Who am I?

My name is Joshua Thompson and this personal portfolio website is my attempt to display all of my hobbies, interests and projects! I hope you find it interesting and I would love to hear any great insights or queries at joshua.thompson@durham.ac.uk

background decoration
Durham Cathedral

Education

  • I am currently in the second year of studying for a Joint Honours degree (currently on track for a first) in Mathematics and Computer Science at Durham University.
  • I am on the Master's degree program, and am expected to graduate in 2026.
  • Particular interests of mine include AI, statistical modelling and the applied side of mathematics. I am particularly driven by the use of technology for sustainable solutions, such as green energy projects, smart cities and modelling of worldwide events and patterns. This philantrhopic desire is always apparent in my decision-making, and I consider my values a priority in the way I govern myself, within my subject as well as during my pasttimes.
  • Within my college (Van Mildert) I take part in many clubs and societies which I will address below.
  • For further information about my education, visit my LinkedIn account

Societies and Groups

Sporting Pursuits

  • Tennis Van Mildert A team Captain
  • Van Mildert Hockey Club VMHC welfare sec
  • College Rugby
  • College Mixed Lacrosse Joint social sec

Societies

  • Code Club
  • (Weekly sessions helping to improve 8-14 year old children's code skills)
  • CompSoc
  • Raising the aspirations of 14-15 year old pupils from schools in disadvantaged areas of the North-East. More info:
background decoration

Work Experience

Data Science Intern

Summer 2023 I took part in a 2 month internship at

Penta Group

I hybrid worked at the Borough Office and home, within the Data Science Team. I concentrated my work on developing data visualisation tools for the analysts to use.

Maths Tutor

During A levels, I tutored many local GCSE students. This improved my patience and communication skills, which are both integral to the learning process.

Work Experience at St James's Place

Here, I engaged with employees and set up several meetings to understand the financial advising business. Visiting the investing floor left me enthused by ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) investing. I met a man named Oisin Canney, who piqued my interest in sustainable investing further; particularly, the use of modern agricultural technology.

Student Intern at OakNorth Bank

I took part in reading legal contracts and improved my analysis and high-level thinking skills. This experience gave me the opportunity to speak to a few software engineers who gave me some great insights into a day in the life of an engineer.

prefect Photo

Projects and Achievements

IBM logo
IBM Certificate

ML0101EN: Machine Learning with Python: A Practical Introduction ...View Certificate

Piano keys photo
Grade 8 Classical Piano

Trinity College London - Merit

Pretty light display
Devpost Projects

Projects I have done from Hackathons ...View in browser

Macmillan Cancer Support
London Landmarks Half Marathon (LLHM)

On April 7, I will be running the LLHM to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support! Your support makes a huge difference to people's lives. Click here to donate

background decoration Photo during the time I was a fresher representative
alternative

Contact Me!