What are the benefits of joining TPS?
Membership of the Transport Planning Society provides access to a professional network of transport planning practitioners from across the public, private and academic sectors.
Benefits of membership include:
- opportunities to attend professional events, conferences and webinars;
- access to networking and knowledge-sharing opportunities across the profession;
- support for continuing professional development (CPD);
- opportunities to contribute to professional debate and policy discussions;
- access to Society publications, updates and member communications; and
- opportunities to become involved in regional activities, committees and working groups.
TPS membership also demonstrates a commitment to the development and advancement of the transport planning profession.
How do I join?
You can join the Transport Planning Society by completing the membership application form here.
A range of membership categories are available, including options for individuals, including standard, students a designated members. Membership is also open to organisations (in both the public and private sector). Details of current membership rates and eligibility criteria can be found on the membership pages.
Once your application has been submitted and processed, you will receive confirmation of your membership and information on how to access member benefits.
Who can join?
TPS welcomes members from across the transport planning profession and related disciplines.
Membership is open to individuals working in areas such as:
- transport planning and strategy;
- planning and development;
- transport modelling and appraisal;
- public policy and research;
- academia and education; and
- wider fields connected to transport, mobility and place-making.
TPS also welcomes students and those at an early stage in their career who are interested in developing their knowledge and professional network within the sector.
How much does membership cost?
The Transport Planning Society offers a range of membership categories with different subscription rates depending on career stage and membership type.
What events does TPS organise?
TPS organises a programme of events throughout the year designed to support professional learning, networking and debate across the transport planning profession.
These include:
- Transport Planning Day;
- regional events and seminars;
- webinars and online discussions;
- technical and policy-focused sessions; and
- the Society’s Annual General Meeting and Annual Guest Lecture.
Events cover a wide range of topics affecting transport planning, mobility, place-making and related policy areas.
How can TPS support my professional development?
The Transport Planning Society supports professional development by providing opportunities to learn from practitioners across the sector, engage with current policy and technical issues, and build professional networks.
TPS activities can contribute towards continuing professional development (CPD) and help members broaden their understanding of transport planning practice and emerging issues affecting the profession.
The Society also provides opportunities for members to become involved in regional committees, policy panels, events and professional discussions, helping to develop leadership skills and professional experience.