Ash Collins

Ash Collins is a Senior Lecturer in French Studies at the Australian National University's School of Literature, Languages & Linguistics. Previously, he taught French and European Studies at the University of Western Australia (UWA), where he also earned his PhD in French literature and philosophy. His current research focuses on 20th-century French literature, continental philosophy (particularly deconstruction and phenomenology), philosophy of religion, and pedagogical theory.

Dr. Collins is completing a monograph titled Jean-Luc Nancy and the Deconstruction of Christianity , set for publication by Edinburgh University Press in 2025. His work frequently engages with thinkers like Jean-Luc Nancy, Michel Henry, and Romain Rolland, exploring themes such as the interplay between theology and affectivity, educational pedagogies, and postsecular thought.

His research spans diverse subfields including literary analysis of French novels, phenomenological approaches to religion, and innovative language-teaching methodologies. Notable contributions include studies on Spinozist philosophy in literature, the role of humor in tertiary education, and critiques of secularism/global monotheism. His pedagogical focus emphasizes classroom dynamics and the integration of interdisciplinary methods.

In terms of supervision, Dr. Collins is registered to advise PhD candidates but currently has no named advisees listed. His academic trajectory reflects a commitment to bridging literary criticism, philosophical inquiry, and transformative educational practices.