Description
Chaos
The University of Bristol's Award-Winning Physics Society
Our website: bristolchaos.com
Welcome to Chaos! We are a community for all those at Bristol studying - or just interested in - physics by providing top quality, year-round events. Our 700+ members enjoy unforgettable socials, academic talks, and international and national trips. As one of the university's largest departmental societies we also help facilitate academic learning by providing careers talks, access to partner companies, upskilling sessions, and a range of networks (women's LGBTQ+ and BME). From social events to academic help, we aim to give our members what they need to get the most out of their time at Bristol.
We are very proud to have recently won the Committee Excellence Award at the National Society and Volunteering Awards 2020, as well as Best Society at the National Societies Awards 2019 and Best Academic and Careers Society at the NSA 2018. We are also a Top 10 society nationally for employability and careers.
Socials and Trips
From our iconic Freshers' Bar Crawl to the idyllic end-of-year barbeque in our own physics garden, Chaos hosts incredible social events throughout the year. Whether or not drinking is your thing, we have socials suited for every student: from pub quizzes to scavenger hunts, lasertag to astronomy viewings, karaoke to bowling... Our flagship formal event - Physball - sells out all 300 tickets in seconds.
First year students can sign up to join up with physics 'parents' in our Freshers family scheme. These are older students with similar interests who can advise about studying physics, getting to know life at uni, or just where to find the best pubs!
Chaos has travelled far and wide to find the coolest physics experiences, recently visiting Paris. In previous years, we've visited the fusion reactor at JET, CERN, Prague, the new nuclear reactor at Hinkley Point... the list is endless! This year we plan on making the most of the UK's science sites by organising term-time day trips, as well as an end-of-year international trip!
Talks
Chaos has a history of hosting unparalleled talks from industry and academic leaders on topics in research and popular science. Previous speakers include Sir Michael Berry, Dr Michael Cuthbert, and Professor Freya Blekman. This year promises to be no exception to our reputation! Our Talks Rep, William Stafford, is busy arranging an incredible lineup of speakers for the new academic year - watch this space!
Physbar
Chaos runs its very own coffee shop right here in the Physics Department, serving tea, hot chocolate, iced drinks, snacks and, of course, coffee. Physbar is open from 1-2pm every weekday, serving some of the cheapest drinks in Bristol. Our friendly volunteers can’t wait to see you there! Bring along a keep cup and enjoy alternative milk at no extra cost.
Membership Benefits
Chaos members get free or discounted entry to all Chaos events, as well as earlybird ticket sales. Most importantly, membership is only £7 for a year, so don't hesitate in joining up! You can join by clicking the 'Join This Group' button on the top/bottom of this webpage.
Networks
Chaos has set up BME, LGBTQ+, and Women’s networks to help promote diversity within the society. These networks have Whatsapp groups students can request to join by emailing network chairs below. The networks put on events specific to their communities throughout the year, including social gatherings and talks from appropriate speakers.
BME Network Chair: Kassim Mulla-Jassim
LGBTQ+ Network Chair: Lara Moyano-Taylor
Women's Network Chair: Isobel Sargeant
Astronomy
Obsessed with star gazing? Adore astronomy? Join in with our Astro events! The group organises star gazing and astronomical viewings, with our very own top of the range telescope and CCD!
Follow @chaos_astro on Instagram for more information. We recommend turning story notifications on as the events are organised on short notice due to the weather.
Astro Rep: Alex Dascombe-Olson
Follow us on social media!
Find all of our groups and pages here if you haven't already!
If you have any questions, please email us or DM us on Instagram!
If you have any special requirements, please get in touch with our Equality and Welfare representative, Nanda. We'd love to get you involved with all our events!
Terms and conditions
Click here to view terms and conditions
Membership Fee Inclusions
Prior to signing up to a Club or Society speak to the Committee to find out what your membership includes and if there are any further expenses throughout the year.
Service Standards
All Club or Society members can expect to receive:
- The opportunity to attend regular meetings, events, activities, trips and socials as arranged.
- The opportunity to stand for a committee position or vote in their elections (Bristol students only).
- For Sports Club – to attend regular training sessions and have the opportunity to be selected for the teams.
Code of Conduct
When joining a club or society you are agreeing to abide by the constitution, general rules, regulations and policies of University of Bristol Students’ Union and also the Club or Society Code of Conduct which sets out the level of behaviour & discipline expected of all Club & Society members.
Refund Policy
Any customer who pays for a membership subscription to a Bristol SU Society, Sports Club, Student Media and initiatives has a 14 day cooling off period from the time and date of purchase during which they have the right to cancel the subscription and receive a full refund. If you do decide to cancel within the 14 days, Bristol SU will refund your payment within a further 30 days of the cancellation. To request a refund please email: bristolsu@bristol.ac.uk
Data sharing (Sports Club members only)
Please be aware that Bristol SU may share data relating to the members of its sports clubs with the Centre for Sport, Exercise and Health (a department of the University). This information may be used for the purposes of communicating direct with these members and/or to cross-reference against SEH's Sports Pass membership records.
As part of Bristol SU's membership of British Universities & Colleges Sports (BUCS) Bristol SU may have to share data on to its sports clubs members so BUCS can, from time to time, communicate with these members.
Data sharing (Societies members only)
If you're joining one of the societies listed below please be aware that your name and email address will be shared with Bristol Hub for the purpose of keeping you up to date with their activities through their email “The Week”:
AIESEC Bristol, AMICUS Bristol, Anti-Slavery Society, Bristol Feminists, Bristol Friends of MSF, Bristol Marrow, Bristol Social Enterprise Society, Bristol Student Action for Refugees, Bristol University Amnesty International, Conservation Group, Bristol University Oxfam Group, Bristol University Sustainability Team, Bristol Volunteers for Development Abroad, Engineers Without Borders, Howard League for Penal Reform Student Society, International Affairs Society, Medsin Bristol, Model United Nations, and Vegetarian and Vegan Society.
For more information on Bristol Hub visit: http://www.bristolhub.org.
If you do not want your details shared with the Hub please email: bristolsu@bristol.ac.uk.
These terms shall be governed by English law and are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English Courts. Nothing in these terms shall exclude liability for fraudulent misrepresentation.
