Fellows are vital to the Society’s mission to advance geography, and they enable us to achieve so much more as a result of their expertise, knowledge and enthusiasm for the discipline. Some Fellows join to be part of the 16,000-strong community of geographers, some join for professional recognition whilst others join because they want to give something back to geography.
Why become a Fellow?
Stay informed about geography and the Society
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Receive all or a selection of our academic journals – Including online access to WIREs Climate Change journal
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Attend our Monday night lectures or watch recordings of them online
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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.
Connect 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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Members’ discount on our events, including Annual International Conference
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Participate in one or more of our 31 Research Groups
Access to expertise and resources
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Unlimited use of the Foyle Reading Room, our library of maps, books, guides and unrivalled access to our historic Collections
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Access to the Members' Room for meetings, remote working or relaxing
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Digital access to the Society's scholarly journals
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Apply for grants to support your research, fieldwork or expedition
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Receive expert advice on fieldwork and expeditions
Professional development
Third party discounts
Support the Society
Am I eligible?
Application for Fellowship is open to anyone over the age of 21, based in the UK or overseas, who can demonstrate:
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 an Ordinary 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 £115 (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 and second your application, a Fellow from within the Society can act as a proposer or seconder 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):
Download application form (pdf)
Download application form (Word)
Questions?
If you have any questions about joining us as a member, we'd be happy to speak to you.
Call us on: +44 (0)20 7591 3080
Or email: membership@rgs.org