eStudent

Being an IBMS eStudent member looks great on your CV and shows future employers that you are committed to the profession.

If you are studying on an undergraduate or postgraduate biomedical science degree course you can join as an eStudent.

What's included in your membership?

For just £13 a year you will have access to our benefits:

Stay informed

Free online access to IBMS publications, including leading professional and scientific journals.
Monthly newsletters with updates from across the profession.

Get support with your studies and career

Career guidance, placement advice, and help with HCPC registration.
Priority access to free student career events, including IBMS Student Congress.
Join our mentoring programme to connect with experienced biomedical scientists.
Become part of your local IBMS Branch or Region.

Save money

Discounts through IBMS Additions on shopping, travel, leisure, and more—including up to 40% off cinema tickets.
20% off Oxford University Press textbooks for accredited biomedical science courses.

Join events and grow your network

Free access to The Biomedical Scientist Live, our annual digital event packed with seminars and demonstrations.
Invitations to webinars and local branch meetings.
Discounted tickets to IBMS Congress.

Access awards and funding

The IBMS President's Prize for top-performing students on accredited degrees.
Apply for grants to support events promoting biomedical science, including Biomedical Science Day.

Show your commitment to the profession

All members follow the IBMS Code of Conduct, demonstrating professionalism and ethical standards.

Who can become an eStudent?

Your course must have more than three months remaining from the date you apply. For example, if you apply on 1 May 2025, your course must end after 1 August 2025.

You must also be 18 or older to join.