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MORE THAN A MEMBERSHIP BODY

The evolution of the information age – we were there from the start. And we’ve been supporting technology
professionals ever since. Today we’re building a brighter, safer digital future for society. 

Back then...

In 1957, the London Computer Group merges with an association of scientists – the BCS journey begins…

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21,000
DIGITAL APPRENTICES REGISTERED
80,000
VOCATIONAL EXAMS DELIVERED
30,000
COMPUTING AT SCHOOL COMMUNITY
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Today


We’re celebrating a diverse, ethical and accountable IT profession that’s working together to solve the biggest challenges of our time.


At BCS our mission is to support the people in the industry so they fulfil their tech potential. How do we do this? By sharing expertise and best practice, setting professional standards, delivering qualifications, influencing policy and legislation, recognising and rewarding achievement, and so much more!

It’s all set out in our Royal Charter.

Tomorrow

We’re shaping the digital future with these far-reaching goals – are you ready for the challenge?

Green technology supporting a net
zero world

A society in which everyone has digital access and the skills to thrive

Ethical AI in the hands of competent,
accountable professionals

A diverse, inclusive and accessible
technology profession

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Membership just for you

– wherever you are in your digital journey.

Student

If you’re studying an IT-related course or digital T Level: find out more

 

£20 - 30

for a year's subscription

Associate (AMBCS)

If you're an IT apprentice or trainee in the workplace, or on a Skills Bootcamp: why join?

 

£25

for a year's subscription

Professional (MBCS)

If you’re working or teaching in computing and tech: here are the benefits

 

£152

for a year's subscription

Fellow (FBCS)

If you’re an IT leader or role model in your field: tell me more

 

£207

for a year's subscription