There are two standard routes for applications for Fellowship:

• If you know a Fellow personally, you may ask them to nominate you. (University-based applicants may be able to approach a local Point of Contact.)
• If not, you can apply directly to the Council of the Society.

In either case simply download and complete the application form.

The following is general guidance only. Its purpose is to assist 

• potential applicants

• fellows who are considering whether to support an applicant of whom they have personal knowledge

• the Membership Committee when it makes recommendations to Council about applications made in the form of a personal statement supported by a referee.

All elections are at the discretion of Council. Meeting these criteria does not automatically guarantee admission to Fellowship. 

Most successful applicants will come under one or more of these categories: 

• Students enrolled on a full or part time undergraduate or post-graduate course related to astronomy or geophysics, which leads to a formal qualification.

• People with a professional interest in astronomy, geophysics or a related science
holding a relevant professional qualification (e.g. degree) and/or currently or formerly engaged in work (whether paid or not) related to astronomy or geophysics (e.g. research, industry, teaching, media), which requires a professional qualification or experience.

• Amateurs who have demonstrated a strong commitment to astronomy or geophysics, for example through membership of another major society and/or practical achievements and/or formal study     
 
• Other professionals  and supporterswho may not meet any other criterion but who serve (or have served) the wider interests of the Society, and/or astronomy and geophysics in general, and are committed to furthering the aims of the Society.

In addition,successful applicants are expected to adhere to the Charter and Bye-laws of the Society and to the universal ethical code for scientists.