Licensed by the Engineering Council, BCS provide an established route to achieving Chartered Engineer (CEng) and Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status.

If you have the ability to develop appropriate solutions to engineering problems, using new or existing technologies, through innovation, creativity and change then you could be eligible.

With a number of application routes available dependant on experience and qualifications held, CEng or IEng status could be closer than you think.

The criteria for registration are set out clearly in policy document UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UK Spec) by the Engineering Council. With certain limited exceptions, applicants must have an academic qualification which has been accredited for CEng or IEng by one of the Engineering Institutions. The qualifications now include approximately 500 computing-related degree courses which are currently accredited by BCS.

If you're a current BCS member at Professional Member (MBCS) grade or above, hold a qualification accredited for CEng or IEng and you meet the Engineering Council's criteria, BCS can help you on the path to achieving your CEng or IEng status.

How to Apply

Download and complete the application form below, and send it to us with your current CV.

Please ensure you read the Guidance Notes at the end of the form as they include important information about the application process.

Download Forms

CEng and IEng application form (MS-Word)

CEng and IEng application form (PDF)

CEng and IEng Standard document

Supporter report for CEng and IEng (MS-Word)

Supporter report for CEng and IEng (PDF)

 

Below are versions of the application form for those resident in the following economically developing countries: India, Mauritius, Pakistan, Sri Lanka.

CEng and IEng ECD Application Form (MS-Word)

CEng and IEng ECD Application Form (PDF)