RIAS/DHET CPD: Conservation Theory and Accreditation

Thurs 04 June 2026 I DHET Office, 29 Exchange Street, DD1 3DJ

Please note due to demand, we will be running this event at 12 noon and again at 13.30pm. You will be allocated a slot after registering.

Topic: Building conservation and heritage
Hours: 1
Presenters: Fiona Sinclair & Philip Levack

Join Dundee Historic Environment Trust (DHET)and The Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland(RIAS) for a CPD session offering an overview of the RIAS Conservation Accreditation Scheme. Advanced Accredited Architect, Fiona Sinclair, and recent Accredited Architect, Philip Levack, will guide attendees through the scheme’s background, assessment criteria, the role of conservation theory in practice and the support available, including the RIAS pre-application mentoring programme.

Designed for architects looking to advance their career in conservation, the session will provide practical insights into the accreditation process, demonstrate how theory underpins confident and informed design decisions, and highlight how accreditation can enhance professional development and recognition. Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of the accreditation pathway and its relevance to best practice in the care of the historic built environment.

Introductions and event Chair will be provided by DHET. This session is being held in advance of the upcoming applicant deadline on Friday, 26 June 2026 at 5pm.

Attendees may wish to familiarise themselves with the free guidance in advance of the event here: https://www.rias.org.uk/for-architects/conservation-accreditation.

You can view the online application form here: https://airtable.com/applQ2z0hr02myHYw/shreBGgAcGjmlLDSp.

Apply to take part in a pre-application mentoring scheme here: https://airtable.com/applQ2z0hr02myHYw/shrbVfzAWvPNegsv7 (please note the free mentoring scheme is available to RIAS members only).

Please note there is a single step up to the DHET office and a ramp can be arranged with prior notice.

Standard: £10 | Students: £5

Light Lunch provided.

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