Apply for membership
If you recognise the benefits of membership of the Science Council for your organisation, we look forward to speaking to you about your application.
For a successful application you will need to:
- be an independent professional body which exists for the collective pursuit of professional aims and objectives with practising scientists in your membership;
- have at least one membership category for individual members;
- have a code of conduct for your members
How much does membership cost?
2026 Fees:
The Science Council annual membership fee is calculated based on the number of paying members in your membership. From this figure, students, overseas members who are not registrants and retired members are excluded to reach a final figure, which is multiplied by £1 to calculate the annual fee.
Depending on the size of your organisation there is an upper fee limit of £27,059 and a minimum fee of £1,436.
How long does it take to become to a member?
Once your membership application is received, it is reviewed by the Science Council. This process normally takes about 3 to 4 months.
What happens after becoming a member?
New members are welcomed into membership, usually at a Council meeting. You and your team will be offered an induction meeting with key staff members.
We will promote your organisation on our website, newsletter and social media. You will be invited to join the various groups and forums and be given the dates of forthcoming meetings and events. Your staff will be given the opportunity to receive our newsletter and you are given access to the members area on the website.
Contact us for an initial discussion