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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. How can I check my BSA membership status?
A. There are a number of ways you can check your BSA membership status. You can call the BSA Office on 0191 383 0839, email: enquiries@britsoc.org.uk or request your forgotten login details on the BSA Members Area. Lapsed members can also renew or re-join online. Find out more about joining the BSA.

Q. What does my conference registration include?
A. Your conference registration includes access to all of the academic conference sessions, conference programme, and refreshments including lunch but excluding dinner on the day(s) your registration is valid for.

Q. Will the BSA send me a letter of invitation for visa purposes?
A. In most circumstances your abstract acceptance email and your conference booking confirmation will be sufficient for visa applications. If you require the acceptance email to be attached to a BSA letterhead pdf, please email the BSA Events Team.

Booking Cancellations - Important Information

Subject as provided below the BSA accepts your booking form as a firm and binding booking. Cancellations of bookings must be made in writing via email to the BSA Events Team. Letters to members of the Conference Organising Team will not be accepted as cancellations.

Cancellations received up to and including 20 March 2026 will incur a 15% administration fee.

Cancellations received after 20 March 2026 will not be eligible for a refund on any fees related to meals or accommodation or registration.

Refunds will not be payable for any total or partial failure of performance by the BSA of its duties and obligations under this Agreement occasioned by any act of God including but not limited to fire, flood, drought, tempest; act of government or state, war, civil commotion, insurrection, blockade, embargo, prevention from or hindrance in obtaining any raw materials, energy or other supplies, interruption of utility service, labour disputes of whatever nature including but not limited to strike, lock out or boycott; fuel shortage, disruption to transportation services or facilities, and any other reason beyond the control of the BSA.

Benefit from Member Rates

Did you know you can make substantial savings on conference registration fees by becoming a member of the BSA. Join now!

Reciprocal Agreements

BSA reciprocal agreements members can attend partner organisations' events at reduced rates.  The BSA has reciprocal agreements with: The Australian Sociological AssociationBritish Society of CriminologySocial Policy AssociationSociological Association of Aotearoa (New Zealand).  Please contact the BSA Events Team to register at the reciprocal agreement rate. 

Key Dates

  • Special Event Submission Deadline: Friday, 3 October 2025
  • Abstract Submission Deadline: Friday, 3 October 2025
  • Abstract decisions to go out: No later than Monday, 17 November 2025
  • Funded places application deadline: Friday, 5 December 2025
  • Presenter booking deadline: Monday, 12 January 2026
  • Early booking deadline: Sunday, 15 February 2026 (midnight)
  • Registration closes: Monday, 23 March 2026
  • BSA Annual Conference: Wednesday, 8 April 2026 – Friday, 10 April 2026

Contact Information

BSA Events Team
Email: events@britsoc.org.uk
Tel: 0191 383 0839

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