Helen Joyner-Harris

Helen Joyner-Harris is a Senior Lecturer in Aviation at University College Birmingham with diverse industry experience including seven years in the Royal Navy and extensive international work across Africa's tourism sector. As a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, she teaches across undergraduate and postgraduate programs.

Teaching: Helen delivers courses on Contemporary Aviation Issues, Global Transport Management, Risk Management, and Project Management spanning Levels 4-7. She emphasizes practical applications from her operational management background.

Research Focus:

• Intra-Africa aviation connectivity and geopolitical frameworks
• Sustainable practices and technology in cargo operations
• Diversity enhancement in academic institutions
• Nation-state competitiveness in transport sectors

External Engagement:

• 2022: Validation Panel Member at University Centre Grimsby
• 2022-2025: External Examiner at Buckinghamshire New University for MSc Aviation Security
• Event leadership for PMI and Toastmaster organizations