HNC/D Architectural Conservation

Overview

The course provides knowledge and understanding of architectural conservation – along with the practical conservation craft skills needed to save buildings from decay, damage and demolition. Field trips and site visits are an integral part of the course, along with lectures, seminars and tutorials.

• Two Higher Grade passes, preferably Mathematics or a Science, OR
• A National Certificate in Built Environment or equivalent qualification at SCQF Level 6, OR
• Relevant experience or alternative qualifications.

More Information

Some of the subjects you’ll study include: Introductory Practical Skills in Stonemasonry, Plasterwork, Roofing: Influences on the Development of Scottish Architecture, Principles of Architectural Conservation, and Factors Affecting Building Decay.

Career

Local authorities, architectural and surveying practices, conservation organisations, contractors, Central Government bodies, National Trust for Scotland, Civic Trusts, Historic Scotland.

Continuing study

Apply for degree courses, including BSc (Hons) Building Surveying at Glasgow Caledonian University, Edinburgh Napier University or Heriot-Watt University or the BSc (Hons) Building Conservation at Swansea Metropolitan University.

Two years, starting in August. You can also leave after one year with a Higher National Certificate.

City Campus North Hanover Street.