The Traditional Horary Course

Foundation Studies in Horary Astrology

This course is the starting point for the study of horary astrology. It consists of five lessons, which can be read on your computer screen, printed and read in hardcopy. You also will have access to articles and e-books, which makes it the most comprehensive course on horary astrology available.

All students begin their studies with this course. No matter how experienced you might be, it is unlikely that you will have encountered at least, some of this material previously. In order that all students work from the same perspective, all begin at this point. The material in this course is the most important that you will learn with the Traditional Horary Course. We aim to provide you with the substance from which you can construct a firm and durable foundation. From this point, you can build upwards in the Diploma Studies with confidence.

The Syllabus

Lesson 1:  It starts with a general introduction that explains the focus of the course and outlines what horary astrology is.

Next, you begin your exploration of the astrological fundamentals which are explained in simple language. You learn of the symbolism of the planets, their natures, and correspondences. It also introduces you to the writings and astrology of the two great authorities – William Lilly and Claudius Ptolemy.

Lesson 2: This lesson builds on Lesson 1 and takes you through the Zodiac and its divisions: the quadruplicities and triplicities, the significance of the humours, and of the equinoxes and solstices.

It helps you to construct an in-depth knowledge of the planetary rulers of signs and of the planets in signs, and what is meant by the different terms that you will encounter in astrology, such as rulership, detriment, and dispositors.

You will learn about aspects, application and separation, orb and moiety; the Moon’s role is very special and is treated separately.

Lesson 3: Now you learn the division of the chart as a whole into the houses. Here you will learn about accidental and natural rulers, the angles, the correspondences of the houses and chart turning.

It is in this lesson that you are introduced to that other vital component: the essential and accidental dignities.

Lesson 4: Chart calculation is the main emphasis of this lesson. It is a very important part of your astrological education. When we spend so little time actually observing the heavens and the movements of the planets, this is one of the few ways of staying in touch with that. You are carefully guided through this so that you can calculate charts without using software. In this way, you acquire a better understanding of the art of Astrology, which is essential for all who study it.

You will be introduced to the ephemeris and the tables of houses and shown how to use them. There are step-by-step instructions with examples for you to follow and try. You are also supplied with special worksheets which make the whole task easier.

Lesson 5: Chart judgement. This lesson links the previous studies,  so that you can begin to judge horary charts and predict.

Appendices: These consist of tables, charts, and other worksheets to aid you in your study.

At the end of each lesson, there are self-assessment exercises, with answers provided, so that you can gauge your progress.

Tuition

While the Foundation Course and texts form a self-contained unit; there may be a time when you need extra help. Private tuition is available. This can be carried out by telephone or e-mail. Details can be found by following this link. For appointments please email sueward@easynet.co.uk .

Examination

When you have completed the Foundation Studies, you can sit an examination. This is very straightforward and is "open book". It takes three hours and is conducted via email at a time to suit you.

The examination is not compulsory, but you are encouraged to consider it because it is a very good way of measuring your progress, and highlighting your strengths and weaknesses. You can sit the examination up to three times.

On passing the examination, you are awarded the Certificate of Traditional Astrology (CTA) and your name entered into the Register of Certificate Holders. You can then use the initials CTA after your name in matters relating to astrology.

Once you have your CTA you can then enrol in the Diploma Studies course if you would like to pursue advanced study.

Course Completion

The Foundation course must be completed within eighteen months of your downloading the course materials. If circumstances arise which prevent your completing in time, you should contact your tutor as soon as possible.

Admissions

There is no restriction on admissions to the Foundation Studies and you can begin immediately by going to www.sue-ward.co.uk .

Cost

The Foundation Studies course costs £75.00 (approx. US$120.00, Euros105.00).

Payment

Payment can be made on-line via PayPal.

You can also pay by personal cheque or banker/cashier’s cheque, or international money order.

Overseas students may pay in their local currency by personal cheque, but the equivalent of £10.00 should be added to cover the costs of exchange and commission charges.

Go to the Order Form to place your order.

Foundation Course Text Books

William Lilly, Christian Astrology, the Regulus facsimile edition is preferred, and can sometimes be found on the secondhand market.

Claudius Ptolemy, Tetrabiblos, trans. F.E. Robbins, Loeb, London, 1980

Marcus Manilius, Astronomica, trans. G.P. Goold, Loeb, London, 1977 (not compulsory at this level, but highly recommended, and should be obtained for the Diploma level.

Within the lessons, references to the first two of these texts are noted in bold, brown type.

Other Materials Needed

An ephemeris for 1990. Raphael’s single year, or a 50 year or 100 year ephemeris.

A simple electronic calculator, with memory function, to complete the lesson on chart calculation.

System Requirements

PC or Mac with access to the Internet.

The Foundation Studies materials are downloadable and all lessons are in PDF files. The lessons are also available as MP3 audio files; it is not essential that you have the audio files since they contain the same material as is found in the PDF files.

You will need Acrobat Adobe Reader which is easily accessible on the internet if you don't already have it. Most later versions of Windows include facilities for playing MP3 files, other software may be necessary to enable those files to be copied to CD Rom.

Access Books and Articles On-line

Besides the course materials, you will also be able to download (or have posted to you on CD ROM at extra cost) additional articles, books, and materials, which will aid your study.

Advanced Study

After you have completed your Foundation Studies, and obtained the Certificate, you may wish to advance to the Diploma Studies.

For further details on this please visit: www.sue-ward.co.uk/homestudy.htm

Horary Astrology E-mail List

When you start the course, your name is added to the Traditional Horary Course e-maill List. Through this, you will receive notification of events, updates, and new materials. Your details are never passed on to anyone else.  If at any stage you wish to remove your name, please write to sueward@easynet.co.uk .

Astrological Software

Janus astrology software is recommended. A free version of this may be downloaded from the Internet at  www.astrology-house.com . If you are a Mac user, you will need to have Virtual PC already installed on your computer before you can use Janus. PC users should be able to download and use it immediately.

Software is not essential to complete the course, which includes a calculation lesson so you can learn to calculate charts by hand. Also, all the charts you need for studying the course are included within its materials. Software, though,  is very helpful if you want to practise the techniques you have studied.

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Amended 22 August 2003.