Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Message from Head of Department
We are committed to promoting an inclusive and supportive culture that values the diversity of our staff and students.
We believe everyone in our Physics community should have the opportunities they need to flourish and feel respected and valued.
Diverse perspectives, backgrounds, nationalities, and cultures enrich our academic environment, and we strive to embed the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in every aspect of departmental life.
Neil Wilson (He/Him)
Deputy Head of Department (Inclusion, Outreach and Engagement)
Towards the end of 2025, Professor Rachel Edwards (She/Her) was appointed as the new Deputy Head of Department for Inclusion, Outreach and Engagement and looks forward to developing our work in this area.
Networks and Forums
Equitea - a monthly forum to discuss ED&I within astronomy, physics and STEM
Athena SWAN and Project JunoLink opens in a new window
The department's commitment to equality and diversity has been rewarded by the previous Institute of Physics Juno Champion award, and an Athena SWAN Silver awardLink opens in a new window
The department have also been awarded the new Institute of Physics Inclusion Award Level One.
Conference for Undergraduate Women and Non-binary Physicists
We are proud to have hosted a successful Conference for Undergraduate Women and Non-Binary Physicists in April 2025 at the University of 糖心TV.