Fellowship
Our Fellows come from a wide range of professional backgrounds from all over the world, united by a passion for geography.
As a Fellow you can enjoy:
Staying informed about geography and the Society
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Enjoy online access to our academic journals
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Attend our Monday night lectures, watch the livestream online or catch up with recordings of them
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Opt to receive Geographical magazine
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Receive our autumn, spring and summer Bulletins and our monthly e-update with Society news and events
Connecting with the community of geographers
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Attend a wide range of conferences, seminars and events taking place across the UK, meeting local Fellows, Members and others with an interest in geography
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Discount on our events, including Annual International Conference
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Participate in one or more of our 31 Research Groups
Accessing expertise and resources
- Unlimited use of the Foyle Reading Room, our library of maps, books, guides and unrivalled access to our historic Collections
- Access to the Members' Room for meetings, remote working or relaxing
- Apply for grants to support your research, fieldwork or expedition
- Receive expert advice on fieldwork and expeditions
Professional development
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Apply for professional status as a Chartered Geographer
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Use FRGS in your title
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Discounts on CPD training and workshops for teachers and researchers in the field
Third party discounts
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Receive discounts at Cotswold Outdoor (including Runners Need and Snow+Rock) and Stanfords
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10% discount to publish in Geo – the Society’s open access journal
Support the Society
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Our Fellows attend and vote at the Society's Annual General Meeting
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Your Fellowship is vital to support and sustain the charitable work of the Society to advance geography and geographical learning
Am I eligible?
Application for Fellowship is open to anyone, based in the UK or overseas, who can demonstrate:
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A sufficient involvement in geography or allied subject through training, professional work, research, publications or other work of a similar nature
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Not less than five years continuous commitment to the Society as a Member
For example, if you use, or have used, your geographic skills and/or knowledge extensively in the workplace, or have a degree in geography (or allied subject) then you are likely to be eligible for Fellowship. Our current Fellows come from a diverse mix of career and academic backgrounds.
For further information on eligibility, please get in touch with us on +44 (0)20 7591 3080.
One year's Fellowship is just £136 (with a one-off joining fee of £30).
Additional information:
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A breakdown of subscription options for the journals and Geographical magazine can be found in the application form
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Life Fellowship is also available with price on application
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Please note Fellowship is not available to purchase as a gift and must be completed by the individual applying
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If you do not know another Fellow to propose your application, a Fellow from within the Society can act as a proposer when your application is accompanied by a covering statement and a CV.
How to apply
By email: download and complete the application form, and send via email to membership@rgs.org
By post: If you prefer to apply by post, simply download and complete the application form, and post it to us with your payment and CV to the Membership Office.
Please address to: Membership Office, RGS-IBG, 1 Kensington Gore, London, SW7 2AR.
Fellowship application:
Download application form (pdf)
Download application form (Word)
If in academia, please fill out this form instead (simply complete Section A):
Questions?
If you have any questions about joining us as a member, we'd be happy to speak to you.
Email us: membership@rgs.org
or call us on: +44 (0)20 7591 3080