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Five categories of membership to the Society.
The rapid growth of IT presents society and individuals with unprecedented choices. E-Commerce and internet communication offer previously unimaginable possibilities, while issues such as data protection, computer safety and security pose serious questions. Organizations and society as a whole have never been so reliant on the skills of IT practitioners.
As someone who is, or is thinking of becoming an IT practitioner, you will find the BCS highly relevant to your needs. Our qualifications, products and services are designed with your career plans in mind. We not only provide essential recognition through professional qualifications but also offer many other useful benefits to our members at every level.
Membership of the BCS demonstrates your commitment to professional development . It helps to set you apart from other IT practitioners and provides industry recognition of your skills and experience. Employers and customers increasingly require proof of professional qualifications and competence. Rewards and career advancement will be more dependent upon holding a recognized professional qualification.
Professional membership confirms your competence and integrity and sets an independent standard that people can trust.
Professional Standards
How You Can Benefit
Membership Grades
Standards
Membership grades begin with Student and Graduate, then move to professional grades with Associate, Member and onto Fellow for highly qualified and experienced practitioners.
Our Continuing Professional Development scheme provides structure to improving and updating professional skills. BCS and ISEB qualifications help to broaden the knowledge and skills sets of IT professionals.
Networking
Member Discounts
Publications
Knowledge Services
Training & Development