Kepler College requires a final paper using a research method covered in this course. Led by astrological researcher Alex Trenoweth, short tasks for each class will help students discover their own inner researchers which will help fortify the reputation of astrology in academic fields.

Course Content

Class 1: Qualitative Research involves gathering and analysing data to uncover trends, averages and correlations to find answers and solutions to a given question. An interview with Robert Currey, one of the UK’s top researchers, will be used to gain an insight into this scientific method. Students will have the option of gathering data as part of a group.

Class 2: Quanitiative Research uses surveys and questionaires to gather data to analyse why or how people work the way they do. An interview with Nicola Smuts will provide insight into this research method. Students will have the option of gathering data as part of a group.

Class 3: Historical Research involves an in-depth look into primary resources to investigate how or why methods have evolved into current practices. An interview with Chris Mitchell will demonstrate the importance of historical research. A short research task will be assigned to practice using and citing primary resources.

Class 4: Action based research involves investigating a problem whilst taking steps to solve it. Alex Trenoweth will talk about her action based research in Astrology and education.

Class 5: Nick Campion will be joining this class live to talk about the requirements for the MA in Cultural Astronomy and Astrology. Alex Trenoweth will cover the requirements for the final paper for Kepler College and will be available to answer any outstanding questions.