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Join the Australasian Radiation Protection Society to connect with professionals in radiation protection, keep your knowledge up to date, access member benefits and support the profession across Australasia.
Choose the right membership option
Pick the application that best matches your current stage or organisation type.
Student membership
For full-time students with an interest in radiation protection and related fields.
- Access to member-only resources and branch news
- Free webinars and journal access by email
- Reduced conference rates and student support opportunities
Individual membership
For professionals applying as Affiliate, Associate or Member, depending on qualifications and experience.
- Journal access, webinars and member communications
- Branch connection, networking and professional opportunities
- Discounts, awards, scholarships and conference benefits
Fellowship
For applicants meeting the Fellowship criteria, including advanced qualifications, experience and contribution to the field.
- Separate application form
- For senior professionals meeting Fellowship requirements
- Support from existing Fellows is required
Corporate membership
For organisations working in radiation protection and related fields that want to engage with ARPS and its members.
- Visibility for your organisation and services
- Website, journal, newsletter and event benefits
- Corporate webinar and advertising advantages
How to join
Keep the process simple and easy to scan.
Choose your membership type
Select the option above that best matches your current study, career stage or organisation.
Complete the form
Download the relevant application form and complete it with the required supporting information.
Send it to the Secretariat
Email your completed application to secretariat@arps.org.au. The Secretariat will guide you through the next steps.
Student benefits
- Member-only area access
- Branch news and events
- Free webinars
- Journal and newsletter by email
- Reduced conference rates and student funding access
Individual member benefits
- Journal and webinar access
- Member Zone, forums and mailing lists
- Branch membership and networking
- Awards, scholarships and conference support
- Discounts on selected publications and events
Corporate member benefits
- Visibility for products, services and organisation profile
- Participation in scientific activities
- Advertising and event opportunities
- Free webinar access for unlimited individuals
- Job advertising and exhibitor benefits
Need help before applying?
The ARPS Secretariat can help with membership questions, application forms and choosing the most suitable membership grade.
Annual fees and membership requirements
General requirements for each ARPS membership grade are summarised below. Specific requirements are detailed in the relevant application form.
| Requirement | Corporate | Student | Affiliate | Associate | Member | Fellowship |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum educational qualifications | – | Enrolled in either a college, university, or vocational course | Ineligible for grade of Associate or higher | Ineligible for grade of Member | 3+ year full-time approved degree or diploma | 3+ year full-time approved degree or 1 year post-graduate course |
| Minimum radiation protection experience | – | Interest in radiation protection or related science | Interest in radiation protection or related science | < 1 year | 1+ years | 5+ years* |
| Endorsement required for application | – | No endorsement required | No endorsement required | Endorsement required from 2 Members/Fellows | Endorsement required from 2 Members/Fellows | Support required from 2 Fellows or Honorary Fellows |
| Fee | $534.00 | Free** | $147.00 | $161.00 | $201.00 | $201.00 |
| Retired fee | – | – | $51.00 | $57.00 | $70.00 | $70.00 |
* Significant contribution to the field of radiation protection and/or the Society.
** Students should provide evidence of full-time enrolment and expected completion date with their application.
Fee timing: Applications received January–June are invoiced a full year fee; July–September half the full year fee; October–December a full year fee covering the final two months of the current year plus the coming year.