The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) hosts an eight-module learning course for architects interested in entering a principal designer role.

The course is suitable for people working with domestic and commercial clients and on non‑higher‑risk buildings and higher‑risk buildings.

The RIBA Principal Designer Course is led by architects Nigel Ostime, Joan McCoy, David Brook, Keri Barr, Paul Bussey, Colin Blatchford‑Brown, Gary Neal, Robin Palmer and Andrew Croft.

Each session offers participants a live Q&A, with the final session concluding with a round table discussion.

RIBA Principal Designer Course (CDM Regulations and Building Regulations) Autumn 2026 takes place online from 8 October to 19 November 2026.