Physics thrives on new ways of thinking and including people from the most diverse backgrounds can drive this, building a welcoming, vibrant and exciting community where everyone can contribute.
We are a diverse group of international researchers, teachers and students from many different backgrounds. What brings us together is a passion for Physics and Astronomy, with a commitment to the University of Southampton’s core values.
Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (ED&I) committee represents all staff and students in the School, with the members ranging from undergraduate students through to senior academic staff.
Physics and Astronomy holds an Athena SWAN Silver award from Advance HE, which recognises our commitment to tackling gender inequality.
The Women’s Physics Network (WPN) was set up in 2014 by PhD students, undergraduate students and academic staff at Southampton.
The Race Equality Charter (REC) is an initiative from the Equality Challenge Unit that aims to improve the representation, progression and success of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) staff and students.
At Physics & Astronomy, we recognise how important visibility and representation are for LGBTQ+ people in the sciences.
Within Physics & Astronomy we have several policies and amenities in place to support parents and carers
The University has recently launched a Disability Staff Network
The University of Southampton has a network of Harassment Contacts supporting our dignity at work and study.
Coordinator of the Astrophysics with a Year Abroad program at CfA Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory.
Coordinator of the Astrophysics with a Year Abroad program at the University of Southampton.