Sophia Centre for the Study of Cosmology in Culture
Fees and Applications
Applying to the MA in Cultural Astronomy and Astrology
Normally we expect a good BA in a relevant subject (such as history, sociology, literature, religious studies). However, recognising that the subject area is interdisciplinary and there are no undergraduate courses in CAA, we can admit graduates with other degrees whole applicants without degrees may be admitted on the basis of prior experience and learning. We may ask you to write a 3000 word academic essay to support your application. In these cases you should contact Dr Campion, the course director, before applying
How to apply
Application forms, referees forms and guidance notes can be downloaded from http://www.lamp.ac.uk/postgrads/applications/
On the form note that the MA you are studying is the MA Cultural Astronomy and Astrology, and the department is Sophia Centre/School of AHA.
You will need two referees, and will be sent referee forms along with the application form. You should send the forms to your referees who should return their references to you in sealed envelopes. You will then enclose these with your application.
You will also need to send in copies of any degree certificates and will need to obtain transcripts of academic records from your previous university. If your degree certificate is not in English, you should attach an English translation.
Please do not send in your application until you have all the documentation complete (unless by previous arrangement) as your application will not normally be considered until the complete package has been received.
Your application should be sent to The Academic Registry, University of Wales Trinity Saint David, Lampeter, Ceredigion, Wales, SA48 7ED, UK.
We have two intakes a year, in October and January. To be sure of securing a place you should submit your application by 30 June and 30 November respectively.
Fees
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The fees for the whole MA for UK/EU students for 2010-11 are £3441, or £382 per 20 credit module.
The fees for the whole MA for International students for 2010-11 are £10719, or £1191 per 20 credit module.
(Full time students take 6 x 20 credit modules in year 1 and write the dissertation (60 credits) in year 2. Part time students take 6 modules over 2 or 3 years and then write the dissertation).
Payment plans for UK and EU students
As 2010-11 fees are £3441 then:
Payment over one year = £3441 payable in 3 installments of 34% at registration, 33% at the beginning of term 2 and 33% at the beginning of term 3.
Payment over three years = £1720.50 per year, payable in 3 installments of 34% at registration, 33% at the beginning of term 2 and 33% at the beginning of term 3.
Payment over three years = £1147 per year, payable in 3 installments of 34% at registration, 33% at the beginning of term 2 and 33% at the beginning of term 3.
Please note that if the sum due is £250 or less for the year, payment must be made in one installment, and if between £251 and £1000, payment should be made in two installments. If you are in receipt of a scholarship and making payments over 3 years, you may therefore be expected to make the entire year’s payment in one installment at the beginning of the year.
The above figures will be confirmed by the Finance Office when you pay
Payment plans for International Students
As 2010-11 fees are £10719 then:
Payment over one year = £10719 payable in 2 installments of 50% at registration and 50% at the beginning of term 2.
Payment over two years = £53595 payable in 2 installments of 50% at registration and 50% at the beginning of term 2.
Payment over three years = £3573 payable in 2 installments of 50% at registration and 50% at the beginning of term 2.
Please note that payments under £3000 per year should be paid in one installment. If you are in receipt of a scholarship and making payments over 3 years, you may therefore be expected to make the entire year’s payment in one installment at the beginning of the year.
The above figures will be confirmed by the Finance Office when you pay.
