RICS Membership

Question 1

Why do you want to become a chartered surveyor?

Answer 1

• Status and recognition of chartered status commands respect from clients and peers.
• Career progression.
• A sense of personal achievement.
• Market advantage.

Question 2

2) What are the four levels of RICS membership?

Answer 2

• Fellow
• Chartered
• Associate
• Trainee

Question 3

What is the RICS associate membership and what are the requirements for qualifying for associate?

Answer 3

• The associate membership is suitable for individuals with work-based experience or vocational qualifications.
• Associate membership is not chartered status. Additional assessments must be undertaken to gain RICS chartered status.
• Individual must have 4 years relevant experience (although certain qualifications such as a bachelors degree will reduce the number of years experience required).
• Online submission including summary of experience against competencies, case study and CPD log.
• Online RICS ethics module and test.

Question 4

What is the RICS fellow membership and what are the requirements for qualifying for fellow?

Answer 4

• The fellow membership is a mark of distinction and recognises individual achievement.
• All chartered members are eligible to apply for fellowship.
• Evidence of achievement of four fellowship characteristics such as:

o Five or more years as an RICS chartered surveyor.
o A leadership role.
o Appointed by training firm to deliver training.
o Gained a higher education qualification (such as a master’s degree).