In 2014–15, Ashley was a lecturer at the University of the West of Scotland, teaching fourth-year degree students within the School of Cultural and Creative Industries. His instructional portfolio encompassed on-screen presentation techniques, communication styles, interview strategies and the arts of documentary filmmaking, spanning scriptwriting to the practical aspects of filming.

The School of Media, Culture & Society served as the academic arena wherein the intersections of social sciences and the creative and cultural industries were explored. Within this academic context, faculty and students were dedicated to cultivating a center of educational excellence in media, culture, and societal studies, fostering knowledge creation, scholarly exchange, and innovative creative practices.

Filmmaking at UWS

The UWS Creative Media Academy stands as a distinguished higher education collaborator within the framework of the Scotland Film Talent Network. Through this collaborative initiative, a novel degree program has been developed, aiming to furnish prospective and burgeoning filmmakers with the requisite competencies to translate their artistic aspirations into tangible cinematic productions.

Should one wish to embark on this transformative journey, the avenue to application lies in engaging with the designated Course contact:

Mr. Peter Snowdon: email ask@uws.ac.uk : phone +44 (0)1292 886481 / +44 (0)1292 886426, or the toll-free line 0800 027 1000 (or +44 141 849 4101 for inquiries originating beyond the UK).