Become a member

Membership benefits include:

Publications — with your membership you will receive copies of our journals; The European Journal of Soil Science and Soil Use and Management.

The Auger — you will receive a newsletter twice a year along with mailings informing you of Society meetings, opinions, activities and general membership news.

Conferences — As a member you will receive a reduced registration rate for all BSSS sponsored meetings

Regional/ special interest groups — these groups organise their own meetings and activities, financially supported by BSSS.

Grants — A variety of grants are awarded ranging from individual grants to groups organising expeditions where a study of soils and their utilisation is a major objective. Funding for individuals, particularly students wishing to attend conferences/ meetings sponsored by the Society (fully or in part) are also available. Grants may also be awarded to teachers organising school projects which involve a constructive study of soils.

Networking opportunities – meet, interact and become part of our thriving international network of soil scientists and professionals.

Chartered Scientist Status - Professional Members are entitled to apply for accreditation as a Chartered Scientist from The Science Council.

Ordinary Membership costs just £50 (£30 for students/ reduced). Reduced membership is open to members who are resident in countries classified as “low income” by the world bank, see here.

You can apply and pay online here. Please note that if you are applying for reduced or student membership further supporting data may be requested before your membership can be processed.

If you are interested in becoming a Professional Member (MI Soil Sci) you must first apply for ordinary Membership of the Society and upgrade your Membership to the appropriate professional level. 

Existing members can renew their membership by logging into the Members' area and clicking "Renew Membership"