Meet the Faculty

Learn from people who keep asking better questions.

Our faculty combine subject expertise, active research, and close mentorship to help students turn curiosity into capability.

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Experts with active practices

Faculty members bring current research, professional experience, and diverse perspectives into every learning environment.

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Mentorship that continues

Small-group teaching, office hours, and project supervision help students build meaningful relationships with their instructors.

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Find your academic guide

Browse faculty by school, department, research area, or course to connect with the right person for your goals.

Faculty Directory

Meet the people behind the learning

Explore the educators, researchers, and mentors who make the Nexus SMS Academy community a place for ambitious ideas.

Dr. Aris Thorne

Dr. Aris Thorne

Head of Computer Studies

School of Science & Technology

Artificial Intelligence and Neural Networks

Leads applied AI research and mentors students building practical solutions for real-world challenges.

15+ years in research and teaching
Prof. Sarah Jenkins

Prof. Sarah Jenkins

Dean of Humanities

School of Arts & Humanities

Comparative Literature and Cultural Anthropology

An award-winning scholar who helps students connect critical reading with the cultures and communities around them.

12+ years in higher education
Dr. Marcus Stone

Dr. Marcus Stone

HOD, Engineering & Robotics

School of Engineering

Sustainable Engineering and Autonomous Systems

Pioneers hands-on robotics and sustainable design projects with industry and community partners.

18+ years in engineering practice
Dr. Maya Okafor

Dr. Maya Okafor

Associate Professor of Biology

School of Health Sciences

Public Health and Molecular Biology

Brings laboratory research and community health practice together through collaborative student projects.

10+ years in research and clinical partnerships
Prof. Daniel Reyes

Prof. Daniel Reyes

Director of Entrepreneurship

School of Business

Social Enterprise and Strategic Leadership

Supports student founders as they turn responsible ideas into ventures with measurable social impact.

14+ years advising growing organisations
Dr. Elena Petrova

Dr. Elena Petrova

Graduate Research Supervisor

Centre for Graduate Studies

Climate Policy and Data-Informed Research

Guides postgraduate researchers working across policy, data, and sustainable development.

16+ years in interdisciplinary research