Chartered Scientist (CSci)
Becoming a Chartered Scientist allows you to use the post-nominal letters “CSci” after your name, highlighting your level of knowledge and expertise to your employers, colleagues, and customers.
Chartered Scientist (CSci)
Chartered Scientists (CSci) exemplify effective leadership by leveraging their specialized expertise and broad scientific understanding to enhance the application of science and technology.
CSci status is a hallmark of excellence, reflecting the diverse range of scientific disciplines and practices. It recognizes professionals who have attained high levels of skill, experience, and independent expertise, showcasing their ability to innovate, lead, and contribute meaningfully to their fields.
If this aligns with your experience, earn the recognition you deserve with the CSci title. Start your application today and join a network of registered scientists!
“My development journey towards Chartered Scientist has been one the best experiences in my career, it really pushed me to widen my knowledge of the water industry beyond Scientific Services which is a real benefit to my role. Having started as a modern apprentice and going on this journey of professional registration has been invaluable in helping me to progress in my career to where I am now and would definitely recommend.“
Angela Dignan CSci, Team Manager (Scientific Services), Scottish Water
Why Become a Chartered Scientist (CSci)?
Watch this video from the Science Council where Dr Caroline Jarrett CSci, Faculty Technical Manager at the University of Bristol, shares her experience of becoming a Chartered Scientist (CSci).
Who can become a CSci?
CSci Applicants need to demonstrate their competence across five areas by providing examples from their working life, usually within the last five years, that illustrate how they have met each standard. This is then assessed either online or in a face to face interview.
CSci applicants must have EITHER a Level 7 (Master’s degree or higher) qualification within a scientific discipline OR the equivalent learning and achievement. If you do not have any relevant qualifications to include then please ensure you complete the CSci equivalency section of the application form. The Science Council have produced some guidance to help applicants with the completion of this via the CSci Equivalence guidance.
How to become a CSci
Before starting your application, please read the CSci Standards authored by the Science Council that explains the competence standards required of a Chartered Scientist.
Once you are ready to begin your application, download the CSci Application Form and the Applicant’s Short Guide and follow the process outlined in the guide.
All candidates for registration as a Chartered Scientist must be members of a professional body such as IWater. As part of your application, you will be asked to produce a copy of your CPD record.
Fees
Professional Review Fee for Chartered Scientist (CSci) £168
Initial Registration Fee (remitted to the Science Council and will cover registration until your next membership renewal date) for Chartered Scientist (CSci) £46.00
Annual Renewal Fee (remitted annually to the Science Council to maintain the Registration) for Chartered Scientist (CSci) £54.00
Professional Registration FAQs
We’re here to support your application, so please call us at 0191 422 0088 or email registration@instituteofwater.org.uk if you have any questions about your application and our dedicated Professional Standards Manager will be happy to help you.
All applicants for professional registration must be members of a professional body such as IWater. To find out more about IWater membership, click here
Before applying, you should consider the standards required for registration, and discuss these with your employer or you can contact us. Please refer to the latest edition of standards listed on the dedicated Engineering, Environment, and Science pages.
You will also need:
- An up to date CV
- A job description of current role
- Sponsor certified competency evidence
- Signed copies of relevant academic/training certificates
All applicants for professional registration must be members of a professional body such as the Institute of Water. Click here to find out more about Institute of Water membership.
Before applying, you should consider the standards required for registration, and discuss these with your employer or you can contact us. Please refer to the latest edition of standards listed on the dedicated professional registration pages.
Once you are ready to apply, please download our application guides and our application forms on the dedicated pages.
As part of your application you will be asked to produce a copy of your CPD record. Through IWater, members have access to a user-friendly CPD platform, click here to find out more.
You may not know which professional registration award fits your current work and experience, which is why we are here to advise you.
Each professional registration award requires you to demonstrate that you have met a variety of competencies and have a certain level of responsibility through your workplace experience.
You can find videos, testimonials and further information on the different professional registration awards here on our website. To be advised personally on which professional registration award is right for you, please contact us.
You can find videos, testimonials and further information on IWater professional registration right here on our website.
You will also be supported in applying for your professional registration, and we can advise you as to which professional registration award is right for you
There are three separate fees involved in obtaining and retaining professional registration. Which are:
- Review Fee for your specific professional registration
- Initial Registration Fee
- Annual Renewal Fee
More information can be found on each dedicated professional registration or by contacting us. Please note that failure to pay fees can result in the removal of your professional registration.
Professional registration wasn’t built overnight (unfortunately!) and there will be a period of time where you are waiting to hear back after submitting your application.
Please be aware that the process can take up to three months. We are fully committed to keeping you informed with any updates or communication from assessors regarding your application.