Lizzi Milligan Professor
Member of the University of Bath internal coaching network.
Role
Lizzi has worked at the University of Bath for more than 10 years as an academic in the Department of Education. Having previously had a very positive experience of coaching after returning from maternity leave, she is a strong advocate for coaching as a support mechanism for identifying how wellbeing and career goals can be mutually beneficial.
She is currently training to be a coach with the OCM on their apprenticeship. As Lizzi moves through the apprenticeship, she aims to use coaching tools and techniques to support coachees to identify and realise their own goals. As someone with a long-term health condition, she is particularly hoping to develop expertise in coaching life-work balance and developing more inclusive workplaces.
Research
Particular areas of interest in relation to coaching:
- Maintaining wellbeing and balance
- Career development with an EDI perspective
Career
Lizzi is Professor of Education and Global Social Justice, researching and teaching issues related to improving educational experiences for children, particularly in East Africa.
She has held multiple leadership roles within the Department of Education and led collaborative research projects with colleagues from multiple countries.
Currently as Director of Research in the Department of Education and in a previous role as the co-chair of the University Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Network, she has worked closely with colleagues from across the University.
Education
- Currently working towards OCM Level 5 Coaching and Mentoring (expected finish July 2026)
- PhD Education, University of Bristol, 2013
- MSc Educational Research, University of Bristol, 2010
- MSc African Studies: University of Oxford, 2007
- BA (Hons) History: University of Oxford, 2006
- Regular CPD sessions with Cath Brown Consultancy