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It’s powering groundbreaking discoveries, cutting-edge research and revolutionary science.

And, chemistry is also everywhere around us. It’s in the food we eat, the toiletries we apply and the devices we use. It purifies our water, develops our medicines and generates our electricity. From the students exclaiming with amazement over their first classroom practical, to the lab researchers celebrating an exciting breakthrough, all chemistry is important.

We want to celebrate that. Our membership exists to support you with professional recognition, development opportunities and tailored advice to help you thrive.

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Discover a community full of people just like you who want to make a positive impact, expand their knowledge and boost their careers.

All our members are different and when they work together, they make a real difference.

Become a Student Member (AMRSC) You’re eligible to apply if: ✓ You're studying an undergraduate degree in the chemical sciences.
Become an Affiliate Member (MRSC) You’re eligible to apply if: ✓ You don't have a formal chemical science qualification. ✓ You have a passion for chemistry.✓ You'd like to join a worldwide science community.
Become an Associate Member (AMRSC) You’re eligible to apply if: ✓ You hold a first degree or equivalent experience in the chemical sciences. ✓ You have fewer than 3 years' professional experience.
Become a Member (MRSC) You’re eligible to apply if: ✓ You have at least 3 years of professional experience. ✓ You hold a degree or equivalent experience in the chemical sciences.
Become a Fellow
(FRSC) You’re eligible to apply if: ✓ You have been more than 5 years in a senior position. ✓ Your efforts have impacted any field of the chemical sciences.
You get so much from the RSC in terms of resources and support. I’m in about 20 interest groups and a lot of the time their events coincide with things we have worked on or want to work on in the future. The resources help to give you an advantage – and then there’s the papers and journals too!

Caitlin Mooney MRSC, Research and Development Chemist at High Force Research

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Career support

Get guidance and advice to set and achieve your professional goals. Support includes the online Career Toolkit and one-to-one consultations with our Careers team.

From articles to webinars, and industry-specific events to Chemistry World newsletters, there are so many places you can find resources and support for your career.

Networking

Meet new people, spark exciting connections and stay up to date with the latest news in your sector. We have plenty of opportunities for you to explore, with:

Whatever your specialism, you will find like-minded people who share your passion.

Awards

Get formal recognition of your specialised knowledge, skill set and high professional standards. Membership opens the door for you to achieve Chartered Chemist (CChem), Chartered Scientist (CSci), Registered Scientist (RSci), or Registered Science Technician (RSciTech).

Did you know? CChem holders tend to earn more than non-CChem holders (Pay and Reward Report 2023).

Development

Explore our extensive catalogue of high quality, peer-reviewed training courses. As a member, you can use Pathfinder to access tailored professional development advice.

No matter which skills you’d like to sharpen, we have a range of learning opportunities for people working in the chemical sciences.

Resources

Stay up to date on the latest developments with unlimited access to Chemistry World online, free article downloads and a 35% discount on books from our shop. There’s also free access to our virtual library, the Burlington House library and regular membership newsletters.

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