Are you eligible for free student membership?
Are you in higher education or about to leave high school? Join FOR FREE and take your first steps towards an exciting career. We offer you a complimentary membership to champion the next generation of naval architects, maritime engineers and maritime profesionals.
Are you interested in the design, construction and maintenance of ships, boats and marine structures? Are you passionate about sustainability, science and problem solving? Do you want to improve the welfare of societies and safeguard our world for generations to come?
Student
Current Undergraduate
For the beginning of your journey in maritime.
Eligibility: Any current student.
Price: Free
Benefits: Awards and honours, unlimited publications access, member-exclusive events & learning, mentoring.
Graduate
Graduate AMRINA
Take the next steps into Naval Architecture.
Eligibility: Less than 2 years post graduation.
Price: Free for MSc/PhD, £35 for graduates
Benefits: Reduced membership fees, graduate workshops, awards and honours, unlimited publications access, member-exclusive events & learning, mentoring.
become a student ambassador
We are always looking to appoint Student Ambassadors who will act as a role model and motivator, whilst providing a vital link between RINA and their fellow students.
Students who are studying a subject related to the design, construction and maintenance of marine vessels and structures are ideal. As an Ambassador you will be on hand to offer support, encouragement, and advice when needed.
In return, you will get: piority consideration for RINA conferences and events, a RINA volunteer recognition certificate, free publications, priority ballot for the annual dinner and monthly Student Ambassador check-in calls.
How to apply
Send an email to membership@rina.org.uk with the following information:
Your name and Membership details.
A brief synopsis of why you would like to be a Student Representative & a reference from a University Professor.
The University you are currently studying at & your current year of study.
Eligibility Requirements
Unsure if you're eligible for a certain grade or have questions about how to apply? See materials below details of the application process and eligibility. If you need further assistance, please email membership@rina.org.uk and our Membership Team will help you get the grade and benefits that are right for you.
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