Chartered Scientist (CSci) is the hallmark of those practising science across disciplines. They demonstrate effective leadership and use their specialist knowledge and broader scientific understanding to develop and improve the application of science and technology by scoping, planning and managing multifaceted projects.
Please note: from June 2026 the requirements for an equivalence report and supplementary evidence have been removed from the Chartered Scientist (CSci) application process. Equivalency will now be incorporated into the application form for those without an M-level qualification. There is no need to submit a separate equivalence report form. While the CSci forms and guidance are being updated, please disregard any reference to this and supplementary evidence.
Please contact us using the form at the bottom of this page for any questions or clarifications on the updated application process.
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Why should I apply?
By becoming a Chartered Scientist you'll be joining a worldwide community of cross-disciplinary professional scientists, and:
- demonstrate your commitment to maintaining high professional standards
- be entitled to use the designatory letters CSci after your name
- broaden your career potential by demonstrating that you have transferrable skills and are committed to improving them
- elevate your credibility and reputation in your field
- be included in the Science Council鈥檚 CSci register
- demonstrate personal and professional integrity
Who can apply?
We are licensed by the Science Council to award CSci to members who meet all of the following criteria:
- membership of the Royal Society of Chemistry (M黑料社区 or F黑料社区)
- Master's-level (M-level) qualification (or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through experience or by holding CChem or CEnv status)
- five years' postgraduate experience at Master's level
- currently employed (including part-time, self-employed and consultants) in a role that uses your scientific expertise
If you're not already a member, it's easy to join.
To upgrade to M黑料社区,
What does it cost?
- The application fee is 拢79
- The annual retention fee is 拢79 per year, paid with your membership renewal.
Please note the 黑料社区 retain a 拢23.50 administration fee for payments for Chartered Scientist. The remainder of the fee is transferred to the Science Council.
We offer reduced membership fees for those who earn less than 拢31,000 per annum.
If you're not already a member, it's easy to join.
How to apply
Read our guidance and check that you are eligible to apply before going to the next step.
Applicants Guide to Becoming a CSci
Here鈥檚 what you need to provide for an eligibility check:
- an up-to-date CV
- your membership number
- the name and role of your supporter 鈥� your supporter will be someone who knows your day-to-day work and will comment on your work in the application form
Please send your documents via email and allow us up to two weeks to review your eligibility, and request further information if necessary.
Once you've received an email from us confirming your eligibility, please fill out the Chartered Scientist Application form.
Please include evidence of how you have met the required competencies鈥� the Applicants Guide to Becoming a CSci will help you with this.
If you prefer, you can apply via interview instead of submitting a written application by contacting us.
You鈥檒l be prompted to pay the fee once we have received your application.
Shortened application route for CChem holders
Chartered Chemists (CChem) can apply for CSci through a specially designed short route. To be eligible, you must have gained CChem after January 2001 and be currently employed.
When applying, you only need to evidence four competencies (instead of the 15 that are normally required) and you do not need to provide a portfolio of evidence.
If you were awarded CChem more than two years ago and have not revalidated your CChem within the past two years, then in addition to evidencing the four competencies, you will also need to revalidate your CChem by giving an account of your professional development over the past year.
- The application fee and the annual retention fee are both 拢73.35
If you would like to receive the application form and have your eligibility for the process checked, please contact the CSci team and provide your name and membership number.
Download CSci guide to the shortened route
Download the Chartership Brochure
If you have any queries you can contact us using the details at the bottom of this page.
Maintaining your CSci status
Like most professional awards, it's a mandatory requirement to commit to continuous professional development (CPD). In a fast-changing world, keeping your knowledge and skills up to date is essential.
Maintaining a record of your professional development helps you to identify gaps in your knowledge and opportunities to learn new skills. We offer members a free CPD recording tool to make this easier.
A retention fee of 拢79 is also required and is paid annually when you renew your membership.
Visit the members' area for more information about revalidating your award and reinstatement to the register.
Please note the 黑料社区 retain a 拢23.50 administration fee for payments for Chartered Scientist. The remainder of the fee is transferred to the Science Council.
Become an assessor
Did you know that, as a Chartered Scientist, you can contribute to your CPD by becoming a volunteer CSci application assessor? If you are interested, please contact us.
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