Graduation in any of the sciences. Candidates with knowledge of the fine arts are at an advantage. Some artists however, do join the course in order to understand the process of deterioration and be able to protect their own work. They also feel that the course gives them more practice and helps
them develop a steady hand.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Finely tuned visual sensibility; a quick observant eye; a mind for detail; empathy with and respect for both art and the artist; a careful, steady hand; patience; technical skill; interest in art history; scientific temperament.