BPS membership
The BPS is a network of people passionate about the role psychology plays in all aspects of our lives. Join the society, be part of our community and access a great range of benefits.
Find the right membership type for you
Becoming a BPS member unlocks access to the UK’s largest community of psychologists, as well as a number of benefits you can’t access anywhere else. As the home of psychology in the UK - we’re proud to offer a range of membership options to suit your current level of study or career path.
- Chartered membership (CPsychol)This membership type reflects the highest standard of psychological knowledge and expertise. It is our gold standard, demonstrating a commitment to professional development and high ethical standards of practice, teaching and research.
- Graduate membership (MBPsS)For psychology graduates who wish to be part of a growing psychology community, the MBPsS designation helps you stand out from the crowd. What's more, if you're already a student member we've made it even easier to upgrade.
- Student membershipAs a student on one of our accredited undergraduate or conversion courses this is your first step into membership of the society. Student membership provides several benefits, including the chance to transfer to graduate membership free of charge.
Resources and benefits
Find out about all of the great and unique benefits and resources available exclusively to BPS members.
Enhance your membership
Join a member network, become a fellow or apply for other additional designations alongside your BPS membership.
Find out moreSubscribe to the BPS
Our subscriber grades are open to anyone who has an interest in psychology. Discover the benefits available.
Find out moreMulti-membership scheme
If your university teaches psychology as part of its curriculum, you can make the most of the opportunities available to your students through the society's multi-membership scheme.
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Which membership grade am I eligible for?
Each membership grade has differing eligibility requirements which can be found on the relevant pages for each membership type.
Eligibility for our membership grades is primarily based on society-accredited academic qualifications and experience, or their non-UK equivalent.
Each membership grade has differing eligibility requirements. For further information, please visit the relevant pages for each membership grade.
Please be aware that the information on each membership grade page provides a general guide to eligibility, it is not exhaustive.
How much is society membership?
Find out more information about our membership fees.
Our current rates of subscription and membership fees are as follows:
Core subscription fees
Chartered members / Fellows / Associate Fellows: £141.60
Graduate members: £141.60
Two reductions are available to Graduate members:
- If you graduated within the last five years from the qualification giving eligibility for Graduate membership: £70.80
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If you are a current postgraduate student or enrolled on a society qualification: £38.04
Student members: £27.48
Affiliates: £105.80
e-subscribers: £12.60
Non-refundable application processing fees (payable On First Application)
All non-refundable application fee payments are subject to a 6 month time limit, in which all requirements for your application should be submitted. If you have not provided all of the requirements for your application, or have not continued with your application after such time, you will be required to pay the non-refundable application fee again.
Chartered Members (non-members): £78
Chartered Members (Graduate Members upgrading): £41
Fellows: £56
Associate Fellows: £41
Graduate Members: £37
How can I upgrade my membership?
Current Student members can complete the Graduate membership application process online. Graduate members looking to upgrade should complete the relevant Chartered membership application form.
You will not be charged an application fee for upgrading from Student to Graduate membership. Apply to upgrade to Graduate membership or Chartered membership.
How do I join a member network?
Members can find information and how to apply on our Member Networks page.
View more information and download the application form.
If you’re applying for Graduate membership and would like to join one, or more, of the Member Networks you can add these as part of the application process, each network carries an additional fee.
If you’re applying for Chartered membership the application form enables you to join Member Networks at the relevant grade.
Will the cost of membership change?
The review will consider the pricing structure of member networks and link to the work being undertaken on member grades.
Our main concern is to ensure that our membership fees are simple and fair and provide value for money, no matter what Network you are a member of.
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