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Student Membership

As a Student Member, we will support your studies, inspire you with global stories and knowledge, and provide practical guidance and work experience opportunities to help you plan your next step or discover a fulfilling career.

From climate change and conservation to urban planning and migration, geographical knowledge and skills couldn't be more relevant in our changing and challenging world. If you're studying geography or allied subjects or you're simply engaged in today's most pressing issues, join our student community!

Student Members go free!

We believe geographical knowledge is more important than ever and are committed to ensuring all students have access to the support and inspiration they need to shape their future.

From 1 September Student Membership will be free for all students studying GCSE and A Level through to undergraduate (and equivalent levels) within geography and allied subjects.

Students studying different disciplines but with an interest in people, places and planet are also warmly invited to join.

Sign up to become a free Student Member from September.

Why become a Student Member?

Boost your grades with workshops, inspiring events and podcasts
Enhance your CV with work experience opportunities
Discover your future career with our guidance, webinars and online resources
Stand out from the crowd in Uni or job applications with RGS membership

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Keep up with the breadth of geography today

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Stay informed and inspired

Read informative, authoritative and educational news articles in monthly digital issues of Geographical magazine.

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Explore geographical ideas

Hear from world-renowned speakers at talks in person, via livestream or on demand.

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Spend less and explore more

Access retail discounts at Stanfords, Geopacks and Wiley, while saving with reduced rates for RGS events.

Boost your studies with global insights and inspiration

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Boost your learning

Supplement your studies with high quality geographical learning resources and our school podcast.

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Get the guidance you need

Stay ahead of coursework, find work experience, apply to uni and think about future careers with events and resources signposted to you at every stage.

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