Course summary
Cultural Astronomy and Astrology (MA) is a unique course which deals with the ways in which human beings attribute meaning to the planets, stars and sky, and construct cosmologies which provide the basis for culture and society. Why Cultural Astronomy and Astrology? Cultural Astronomy and Astrology (MA) is the only academic degree in the world to examine our relationship with the cosmos.
Modules
PG Cert, PG Dip & MA • Cosmology, Magic and Divination (30 credits; optional) • Foundations in Cultural Astronomy and Astrology (30 credits; compulsory) • History of Astrology (30 credits; optional) • Researching Contemporary Cosmologies (30 credits; compulsory) • Sacred Geography (30 credits; optional) • Sacred Skies (30 credits; optional) • Sky and Psyche (30 credits; optional). MA • MA Dissertation in Cultural Astronomy and Astrology (60 credits; compulsory).
Entry requirements
The normal entry qualification is a good first degree (2:1 or equivalent in UK grading) in an appropriate arts/humanities/social sciences area including History, Cultural Studies, Sociology, Psychology, Theology and/or Religious Studies. If you have a good first degree - a BA or BSc - in another discipline and/or substantial relevant background experience and evidence of relevant study then discuss this with the Programme Director.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £7800 | Whole course |
| England | £7800 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £7800 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £7800 | Whole course |
| Wales | £7800 | Whole course |
| Channel Islands | £7800 | Whole course |
| International | £15000 | Whole course |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
College Road
Carmarthen
SA31 3EP