Conchomancy

Conchomancy
Exploring the Ancient Art of Seashell Divination

Across cultures and centuries, the natural world has served as a bridge between the seen and unseen. Conchomancy — the practice of divination using seashells — is one such tradition, offering insight through pattern, symbolism, and intuition. This course provides a thoughtful and practical introduction to this ancient and often overlooked form of divination.

🎟️ Course Access: £12.00
Fully online • Lifetime access • Tutor support included

Who This Course Is For

This course is designed for those who wish to explore divination through a tactile, intuitive, and nature-based approach. It is ideal for:

• Beginners curious about divination and alternative methods of insight

• Practitioners seeking to expand their divinatory skills beyond cards or runes

• Those drawn to working with natural objects and personal symbolism

• Students interested in building a unique, personalised divination system

• Students on the Path of Air working within the Divination Mastery Stream

No prior experience is required, though those new to divination may benefit from first completing the Foundations of Divination course.

Course Overview

Conchomancy is the art of casting and interpreting seashells to gain insight into questions, situations, and future possibilities. Rooted in ancient practices from around the world, it combines observation, symbolism, and intuition in a deeply personal and adaptable form of divination.

In this course, students are guided through the origins, methods, and modern applications of shell divination. You will learn how to source and select your own shells, assign meaning to them, and construct a casting system that reflects your personal understanding and practice.

With a strong emphasis on hands-on learning, this course supports you in creating your own set of divinatory tools and developing the confidence to perform readings for yourself and others.

What You Will Learn

By the end of this course, you will:

• Create your own unique set of casting tools tailored to your practice

• Understand how to assign meaning and symbolism to your shells

• Learn how to prepare and structure a space for divination

• Explore different casting methods and interpretive techniques

• Develop confidence in performing seashell readings

• Gain insight into layering meaning for deeper, more nuanced readings

• Be able to conduct and reflect upon your own divinatory work

Course Structure & Modules

This course is delivered across twelve structured lessons, each building skill, understanding, and personal practice:

Lesson 1 — A History of Shell Divination
Lesson 2 — Every Shell Has a Story
Lesson 3 — A Treasury of Shells
Lesson 4 — Casting Methods
Lesson 5 — The Casting Circle
Lesson 6 — Applying More Layers
Lesson 7 — Selecting Your Shells
Lesson 8 — Numbers
Lesson 9 — Assigning Meaning
Lesson 10 — Charging Your Shells
Lesson 11 — Casting & Interpretation
Lesson 12 — Post Readings

Each lesson combines clear guidance, practical exercises, and reflective development.

Course Tutor

Athene Moon
High Priestess & Mistress of Divination . Head of Domus Divinatio

Athene Moon brings extensive experience in divinatory arts, with a focus on intuitive practice and the meaningful use of natural tools. Her teaching encourages students to develop personal systems of interpretation that are both structured and adaptable.

She is dedicated to helping students build confidence in their abilities while fostering a respectful and thoughtful approach to divination.

Practical Details

🎯 Level: Beginners
🔑 Prerequisites: None (Foundations of Divination recommended)
🌐 Delivery: Fully online via the Canvas learning platform
✍️ Assessments: Course surveys, written assignments, quiz, and final practical exam
⏳ Coursework Load: Moderate (2–4 hours plus study and practice)
🏠 House & Credits: Domus Divinatio — 1 Credit

Students will require materials to construct a casting circle and a collection of seashells for practical work.

Modules unlock progressively as coursework is completed. There are no time limits, allowing students to progress at their own pace. A certificate of completion is awarded upon successful completion of all modules and assignments.

Ready to Begin?

Whether you are discovering divination for the first time or seeking a more tactile, nature-based method of insight, Conchomancy offers a unique and deeply personal path into the art of reading.

£12.00 · Lifetime Access