Postgraduate membership
As a Postgraduate Member, you have access to a large and growing network of physiologists and are eligible for grants and schemes to support your career.
Join nowWho can apply?
For those studying, training or working in physiology with less than four years’ experience since completing an undergraduate degree.
Please note: you may also be eligible for Full Membership.
What are the benefits?
- Tier 1 – discounted registration rates at most Society events
- Eligible to apply for Society grants
- Free online access to The Journal of Physiology
- 10% APC discount for Open Access title Experimental Physiology
- 20% APC discount for Open Access titles The Journal of Precision Medicine: Health and Disease and The Journal of Nutritional Physiology
- Access to the latest edition of our member magazine, Physiology News
- Access to the Training Hub
- Access to the Physiology Grants Directory
- 50% reduced rate on membership of the Royal Society of Biology for the first two years
Note: Postgraduate Members are non-voting members.
How much does it cost?
- In 2025, the Postgraduate membership annual subscription fee is £35
- From 1 January 2026, Postgraduate membership annual subscription fees will be £17.50.
The Society will process your data in accordance with our Fair Processing Notice.
How do I pay?
We accept the following payment methods:
- Credit or debit card
- Direct Debit for UK Account Holders. Download the direct debit instructions for your bank for your bank which must be posted to us. We will not accept electronic or faxed instructions.
If you have any questions regarding membership please contact membership@physoc.org.
Paying via Direct Debit
Spread the cost of membership across the year by paying in monthly instalments. Paying via Direct Debit is straightforward and allows you to renew your membership automatically, saving you time and, crucially, ensuring uninterrupted access to member benefits and maintaining your membership record. This allows you to build up consecutive membership and unlock our grant opportunities. Plus, no more emails reminding you that it is time to renew!
You can cancel your direct debit payment anytime via your mobile banking app.
How do I apply?
Click on Join now and you will be taken to the online application form. As part of your application you will be required to provide a letter of support from your supervisor, confirming your PhD, or a CV outlining your past and current working experience.
Membership Code of Professional Conduct: All members must abide by our Code of Conduct
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Tax relief
If you pay your own Society membership subscription and are a UK taxpayer, you can claim the tax back on your annual membership fee. Further details can be found online.