Subhi Ashour

Dr Subhi Ashour is the Programme Director in Foundation & Academic Skills at the University of Buckingham, within the Faculty of Business, Humanities and Social Sciences. He holds a PhD in Teacher Education, an MRes in Research Methods in Education, an MEd in Language Teaching Education, and a first-class honours degree in English Language and Literature. His academic roles include Deputy Chair of the university’s Learning and Teaching Champions, and External Examiner at Kent University and the University of Aberdeen.

Educational Background:

• PhD in Teacher Education
• MRes in Research Methods in Education
• MEd in Language Teaching Education
• Bachelor’s degree (first-class honours) in English Language and Literature

Research and Teaching Focus:

A passionate educator with over ten years of experience, Dr Ashour specialises in curriculum design, assessment strategies, critical thinking development, and student engagement. He embeds academic skills and critical thinking across disciplines, implements innovative feedback methods (e.g., multimedia feedback and rubrics), and promotes peer-assisted learning. As a Certified NVivo Expert, he teaches qualitative research methods and mentors new lecturers.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Admissions Tutor for the Buckingham Foundation programme
• Module lead for critical thinking and research methods
• Tutor on Audencia’s PG Certificate in Learning and Teaching Excellence

Awards and Recognition:

• Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA)

Contributions Beyond Teaching:

Dr Ashour advocates for inclusive and stimulating learning environments, promotes teaching excellence through his role in the Learning and Teaching Champions, and supports professional development initiatives for educators.