Dr Marilyn Osgathorpe International Partnerships Manager
As a key figure in advancing the University of Bath’s internationalisation efforts, Marilyn strengthens the University’s engagement on a global level.
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Role
Marilyn helps drive the university’s ambitions to increase international partnership activities, identify new opportunities and to facilitate the development of international collaborations. In her role, she oversees the implementation of the university’s Internationalisation Strategy, working with academic and professional leaders to ensure the integration of internationalisation for the Faculty of Science and the Faculty of Engineering and Design, across the institution.
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing partnerships, networks and alliances overseas.
- Promoting ownership of collaboration initiatives.
- Supporting and coordinating academic and non-academic partnership activities.
- Representing the International Relations team both internally and externally as needed.
Career
With over a decade of experience in higher education, Marilyn specialises in developing international collaborations and managing cross-cultural partnerships. Before joining the University of Bath, she held several key roles at the University of Plymouth, including Postgraduate Student Experience Manager and TNE and Articulations Manager. In these roles, Marilyn played a pivotal role in enhancing international student experiences, advancing transnational education initiatives, and overseeing partnerships with international academic institutions. She has also contributed to higher education as an Associate Lecturer and brings a strong background in language teaching and cultural awareness training. In addition to her higher education, Marilyn has experience in the private sector and global event management.
Education
Marilyn has recently completed a Professional Doctorate in Education (EdD) at the University of Plymouth, with research focused on understanding international students' learning experiences in the post-COVID context. She also holds a Master’s degree in Marketing Management and Strategy from the same institution. Prior to this, she earned a BA (Hons) in Teaching Chinese as a Second Language from China.