Here are the top 7 reasons why your university should join RSPSoc

Unique Benefit: Two free staff accounts and free membership for all undergraduates and taught Master’s students. 

1. Research Collaboration and Networking
Interdisciplinary Connections: RSPSoc brings together researchers who lead on remote sensing (origination and data manipulation), and who work with others in associated disciplines such as from geography, environmental science, computer vision, disaster recovery, agriculture, and other related fields.

Access to Collaborations: Facilitates partnerships for grants, joint research projects, and international collaborations.

2. Conferences and Workshops
Annual Conferences: Provides platforms for academics and students to present research and engage with the latest advancements.

Specialist Meetings: Tailored events on LiDAR, UAVs, Earth observation, and AI in remote sensing.

3. Visibility and Impact
Showcasing Institutional Research: Universities can increase their visibility by showcasing their research and students at RSPSoc events.

Student Recognition: Opportunities for awards, poster sessions, and prizes can elevate student work.

4. Access to Publications and Resources
3 respected journals Remote Sensing Letters (via Taylor & Francis): RSPSoc members often get journal access or discounts.

Newsletters and Reports: Updates on industry trends, grant opportunities, and policy changes.

5. Career Development for Students
Mentoring and Support: Career advice and skill-building for students entering the remote sensing and geospatial sectors.

Job Boards and Internships: Member-only access to academic and industry positions.

Free Membership: For all undergraduates and taught Masters students on a remote sensing or photogrammetry related course.

6. Influence and Policy
Academic Advocacy: As a learned society, RSPSoc influences UK policy on research funding and geospatial data access.

Membership in International Bodies: RSPSoc represents the UK in global geospatial networks (like ISPRS), which can be advantageous for university-led projects.

7. Institutional Prestige and Recruitment
Demonstrates Commitment: Membership signals investment in geospatial and Earth observation research, helping attract top faculty and students.

Recruitment Tool: Participation can enhance course offerings and program appeal (e.g., MSc in Remote Sensing or GIS).