Welcome to Aberystwyth's Phyiscs and Astronomy Society 

If you have an interest in astronomy or physics then feel free to join our society! We are welcoming to all individuals, and you don't need to be studying physics to join us! We host astronomy nights (when the weather complies!), social nights and we will be introducing rocketry socials and the virtual space program.

Who Are We?

The Physics and Astronomy Society is a place for anyone and everyone to meetup and enjoy anything and everything physics related! We have a diverse range of members from across the STEM field and other non-science related subjects but all sharing a passion and interest for physics and astronomy. By joining us you will be able to attend events such as astronomy nights and use our telescopes to take your very own images of planets, nebulas and galaxies (you are also more than welcome to bring along your own equipment). Attend the virtual space program (new this year) to build rockets and see many explosions, as well as our actual rocket program (also new this year) where there will be far less explosions! There is more detailed below, and as stated previously, we are welcoming to everyone regardless of degree or knowledge of physics!

Types of Events and Socials We Hold:

This year we have a wide range of socials that will appeal to a broad spectrum of people. From astronomy nights, rocketry, the virtual space program and social nights out!

• Astronomy Nights: These are hosted up at the astronomy hut where we have access to an array of telescopes and imaging devices. We will usually send out a message about where we will be meeting then head up to the hut or meet directly at the hut (don't worry we will show you where it is!).

• Virtual Space Program: A weekly social where we meet up to create rockets, space planes, rovers, space stations and recreate (or make our own) missions in Kerbal Space Program.

• Rocketry: Join us in making our very own rockets!

• Social Nights: These will be hosted around every two to three weeks where we meet up to enjoy a night out in Aberystwyth! There will be members of the committee present who will remain sober during these nights out to ensure everyone is having a safe and fun time!

• The Christmas Dinner: Around Christmas we will also be holding a Christmas meal (more information on this closer to the time).

The Committee:

                                                                                                                     President: Samuel Turner (sat77@aber.ac.uk)
                                                                                                             Vice President: Luke Pearson  (lup42@aber.ac.uk)
                                                                                                                   Treasuerer: Matthew Tyrrel (mat118@aber.ac.uk)
                                                                                                    Astronomy Officers: Ethan Garton   (etg7@aber.ac.uk)
                                                                                                                                         Luke Pearson  (lup42@aber.ac.uk)
                                                                                                      Social Secretaries: Aidan McMullin (aim35@aber.ac.uk)
                                                                                                                                        Jack Lynock      (jal116@aber.ac.uk)

                                                                                                  Please feel free to send any of us an email if you have any questions!

Our Equipment:

                                                                                                                          • Skywatcher 200p dobsonian (without GOTO tracking)
                                                                                                                          • Zwo Asi 120ms-c colour planetary imaging camera     
                                                                                                                          • Orion Starblast 6                                                          
                                                                                                                          • Celestron nexstar 4se, with battery pack                     
                                                                                                                          • Orion 6" solar filter to fit the starblast 6 
                                                                                                                          • Skywatcher 150p             

Membership:

Full Membership (£10): This gives you access to eveything in the society, including certain equipment outside of socials. We have over £1000 worth of gear, so if you want to get your hands dirty with astronomy without breaking your bank account, this is for you! 

Resources:

                                                                                                Here are some useful (free) tools that may be helpful during your time in the society:

                                                                                                      • Aurora activity: https://www.spaceweatherlive.com/en/auroral-activity.html                  

                                                                                                      • Solar activity: https://www.spaceweatherlive.com/en/solar-activity.html                        

                                                                                                      • Stellarium software (A great sky guide): http://stellarium.org/                                        

                                                                                                      • Celestial events calendar: www.seasky.org/astronomy/astronomy-calendar-2024.html

Social media:

                                                                                                    Add us on Instagram! www.instagram.com/aberphysicssociety/?hl=en

             Join our Facebook group so you can be up to date on all events, chat, and see our fantastic gallery created by our members! www.facebook.com/groups/aberphysoc

                                                                               If you need help, have questions, or need anything else, don't hesitate to email us at: scty09@aber.ac.uk 

 Gallery:

Physics and Astronomy Society and its members are dedicated to the inclusion and acceptance of all members.

Society Core Documents: Risk Assessment (Experiments) | Risk Assessment (Astronomy Hut) | Code of Conduct | Constitution | Equipment List