Becoming A Member
The Society’s members are its greatest asset. Forensic practitioners, researchers, teachers & students, along with enthusiasts from related disciplines, have combined to build a large pool of forensic expertise. The larger the pool becomes, the richer the potential lines of communication and collaboration will be. This will ensure the most effective sharing of best practice and research findings across all disciplines within the wide and varied field of forensic science. You could be benefitting from it, and adding to it – by joining today as an Affiliate or Student member. Join now on the Home page by simple clicking the Join button.
Find out more about the membership journey….
Scroll down beyond the boxes below for a handy checklist of criteria for each level of membership.
Student
For undergraduates studying for their first degree, in forensic science or a related subject.
Affiliate
For all new joiners who are not undergraduates.
Associate
For Affiliate or Student members who have completed their forensics degree course within the last 2 years, and are still studying or working in post but have less than 3 years’ experience.
Member
For Affiliate or Associate members with at least 3 years’ experience in forensics.
Fellow
For those who have been a Member (professional) (MCSFS) for at least 3 years and have made an outstanding contribution to their field.
| Level of membership | Qualifications required? | Experience required? | Other requirements? | Annual Fee from 1 April 2025 |
| Student | X | X | X | £30 |
| Associate | ✓ | ✓ | 2 references | £89 |
| Affiliate | ✓ | X | X | £54 |
| Member (Professional) | ✓ | ✓ | 2 references | £119 |
| Fellow | ✓ | ✓ | 2 references and review by full meeting of MEC | £144 |
| Chartered Forensic Practitioner | ✓ | ✓ | Formal application and interview process | £184 |
| Retired/Concessionary | n/a | n/a | For those studying post graduate full-time (Associate level), fully retired, or currently unemployed. Application on case by case basis. | £50 |

