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MsGillian Ashurst

Lecturer

English

  • Lecturer
    English
  • +6433693293 (Work)
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BIO

Gillian Ashurst is an award winning Canterbury based filmmaker, with over 20 years of professional experience as a screenwriter, director and producer. She works in drama, with short and feature film credits, and documentary.

TE WHARE WĀNANGA O WAITAHA - UNIVERSITY OF CANTERBURY APPOINTMENTS

  • Lecturer
    University of Canterbury, English, Faculty of Arts27 Feb 2023 - present

DEGREES

  • Bachelor of Arts
    University of Canterbury, Christchurch, New Zealand1 Mar 1988 - 30 Nov 1990
  • Master of Fine Arts
    University of Canterbury, Christchurch, New Zealand6 Mar 2023 - 31 Jul 2025

CERTIFICATIONS

  • Diploma in Film
    NZ Film & Television Training School, Christchurch, New Zealand1 Feb 1996 - 30 Nov 1996
    Practical based one year training in film production.

FACULTY

  • Faculty of Arts

FIELDS OF RESEARCH