Thinking about a career in occupational safety and health? Then become a Student Member of IOSH. We can help you prepare for success by supporting you throughout your studies. We'll equip you with the tools that will increase your post-study employability and give you the competitive edge in the workplace. 

The IOSH Student Membership is free of charge for full-time students, and only a one-off fee of £50 for part-time students.

Who can join?

To join, you must be:

  • a full-time or part-time student studying an IOSH-accredited Occupational Health and Safety (OSH) qualification
  • studying for your first OSH qualification
  • Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) technician apprentices - The first 300 SHE Apprentices to apply can claim free IOSH Student Membership

If this is you, then you’re in luck. Have a look through the IOSH Student Membership benefits below and see how you can accelerate your career. You can register for Student Membership by completing the form at the bottom of the page. 


If you would like to check if your qualification is accredited you can find a list on our Qualifications page.


Why IOSH Student Membership?

IOSH Student Membership gives you access to a range of benefits that can boost your career prospects. There are no limits where a career in OSH can take you. Take a look at our video and see for yourself.


 

Great value

What's more, it's free to join for full-time students, with a low one-off fee of £50 for part-time students and apprentices.

Your career

Student Membership will help you to plan and manage your career goals, with practical career development and job-hunting tips and advice to prepare you for your dream OSH role.

Networking

Be part of IOSH’s global vibrant community of over 47,000 members, and build contacts with key people in the profession. Be inspired. IOSH Student Membership will give you the opportunity to attend some of the 300-plus events a year ran by our branches and groups.


Professionalism

IOSH Student Membership enables you to demonstrate your commitment to high standards of professionalism and work ethics from the start, boosting your post-study employability.

Specialist technical knowledge and research

Develop and deepen your knowledge with IOSH Student Membership. You can find an extensive range of research materials and our technical information service provides an array of online resources, books and technical guides.

You'll be able to access mentoring opportunities provided by experienced OSH professionals. You'll benefit from their support, guidance and advice, building your confidence and expanding your horizons.




Ready to become an IOSH Student Member? 

To join as a Student Member, you can either complete and submit the form below, or complete the student application form and send it to studentmembership@iosh.com. We will require you to send in an official signed and headed letter from your university or course provider, stating the qualification title and course enrolment and completion dates. 

Once we've received your application, we will contact you within five working days. You will receive an email with instructions on how to activate your Student Membership and access all of your exclusive benefits. You will also receive a confirmation of your application within 48 hours. 

Once you are fully registered, you will have access to all the IOSH benefits, including:

  • IOSH Magazine
  • IOSH Student Member e-newsletter
  • free IOSH resources for specialist technical knowledge
  • membership discount on subscriptions to IOSH's research journal, Policy and Practice in Health and Safety (PPHS).


Student Membership registration form

Section one - About you

Section one - About you

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Section two - About work (optional)

Section two - About work (optional)

Section three - Networks

Section three - Networks


Networking with peers is an important part of your development as an OSH practitioner or professional. IOSH offers local and sectoral networks as part of your membership subscription. Our networks provide a variety of activities, from meetings and seminars, to site visits and webinars – all designed by volunteer committees to support your continued learning and development. Please select a primary local network (branch or district) that you would like to be aligned with.


Section four - Groups

Section four - Groups

Our groups cover a wide range of industries. If you would like to network with other OSH professionals in an industry sector or find out more information about a specific industry, then have a look at our groups below. As a member you can join as many groups as you like, free of charge. Just tick the group(s) you’d like to join:


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Section five - How did you hear about us?

Section five - How did you hear about us?

Section six - Extras

Section six - IOSH extras

IOSH extras
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Section seven - Upload


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Section eight - Terms and conditions

Section eight - Terms and conditions

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