International Graduates (and what you need to know)

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International Graduates
(and what you need to know)

In this thread you will find a compilation of information for muggle and wizarding international graduates. Due to the varying states of our sister guilds, some of the information found here may contradict information found on those guilds, but this will become the new reference for creating and accepting international graduates. This information may be subject to change due to either: new information released by J.K. Rowling and/or Pottermore; new canonical information released by future books and/or movies; updates and revamps to brother/sister guilds.

Contents
Muggle Schooling
Beauxbatons Academy of Magic
Durmstrang Institute
Salem Witches Institute

 

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Muggle Colleges and Universities

For a Hogwarts student to attend a university, they must actively seek and take the Access to Higher Education Diploma, which is basically the equivalency of a GED. Otherwise, the college or university would require GCSE's and A-Level's which can only be obtained through proper muggle schooling. Both muggles and squibs, in guild, should attend schooling whether private or public in order to obtain their GCSE's. An academically-minded child destined for university might be wise to look at doing at least nine, possibly 10 GCSEs. A few will plump for as many as 12, but bear in mind this will result in a hefty workload, which in turn might lead to lower grades for all but the very brightest and motivated. Many children in England go to the same "high school" from ages 11-16 to prepare for their GCSE's. Some schools have what is known as "Sixth Form" or College, for students ages 17-18, who then begin preparation for their A-Level exams which are necessary for those seeking higher education through a university. (In 2015, the dropout age for muggleborn students was changed to eighteen.)


xxReference Links:
■ GCSE Wikipedia Link [x]
■ A-Level Wikipedia Link [x]
■ City of London School Curriculum [x]
■ Marymount London School Departments [x]

xxxxxxMuggle Exams xxx

GCSE's, or the General Certificate of Secondary Education, is an internationally recognized qualification awarded in a specified subject, generally taken in a number of subjects by pupils in secondary education in England, Wales and Northern Ireland over two years (three years in certain schools). Typically, study of chosen subjects begins at the start of Year 10 (ages 14–15). Some subjects start earlier, for example Maths, English and Science, because these courses are too long to be taught within 2 years. Final examinations are taken at the end of Year 11 (ages 15–16). virtually all pupils take GCSEs in English, mathematics and science. In addition, many schools also require that pupils take English literature, at least one modern foreign language, at least one design and technology subject, religious education (often a short, or 'half', course), and ICT (information and communications technology). Pupils can then fill the remainder of their timetable (normally totalling ten different subjects) with their own choice of subjects (see list below).

The GCE Adavanced Levels, or more commonly referred to as A-Levels are the General Certificate of Education Advanced Level examinations which are school-leaving qualification for students completing secondary or pre-university education. Obtaining A-Level or equivalent qualifications is generally required for university entrance. A-Levels are generally worked towards over two years and split into two parts, with one part studied in each year. The first part is known as the Advanced Subsidiary Level, "A1 Level" or "AS Level" (the AS Level acronym was previously used for the separate Advanced Supplementary Level qualification). The second part is known as the "A2 Level" and is more in depth and academically rigorous than the A1 Level. The AS Level is a qualification in its own right, and the AS Level combined with the A2 Level forms the complete A Level qualification.

xxxxxxGeneral Electives xxx

xxCore/Compulsory
■ English (pupils can take one of two 'routes'):

Two GCSEs: English Language and English Literature
One GCSE: English
■ Mathematics
■ Welsh, Irish, or Scottish Language

Many Welsh schools offer Welsh Literature along with the language course
■ Science (pupils can take a number of different 'routes'):

One GCSE: Science (which includes elements of biology, chemistry, and physics) Often referred to as Core Science.
Two GCSEs: Science and Additional Science (a more academic course)
Two GCSEs: Science and Additional Applied Science (a more vocational course)
Two GCSEs: Double Award Applied Science (a very vocational course) (also known as Dual Award or Double Science)
Up to three GCSEs: Biology, Chemistry and Physics as separate GCSEs (known as a Triple Award or Triple Science)

xxOther/Extra Curricular
■ Arts (including Art and design, Music, Dance, Drama and Media Arts)
■ Design and technology
■ Humanities (History and Geography)
■ Modern foreign languages
■ Business studies
■ Engineering
■ Health and social care
■ Leisure and tourism
■ Life skills
■ Manufacturing
■ Social sciences

xxxxxx Grades xxx

A* = 90% ("A-star")
A = 80%
B = 70%
C = 60%
D = 50%
E = 40%
F = 30%
G = 20%
U = signifies student achieved nothing worthy of credit

*Information for this thread is taken from Wikipedia and the sites linked for reference

 

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Beauxbatons Academy of Magic

Beauxbatons caters to a wide diversity of witches and wizards from France, Spain, Portugal, Luxembourg, Belgium and the Netherlands. For seven centuries the academy has existed and throughout that time many changes have been implemented, including the elimination of school houses during the French Revolution which had only served to define and separate student's according to social class and status. Now students are separated according to gender, girls' join Aphrodite and the boys' join Angelus. Unlike many other wizarding schools, students only have one examination to complete which is taken after six years of study instead of five.

Beauxbatons Palace is a magnificent château, often described as glittering and surrounded by a wondrous gardens and enchanted waterfalls spewing down from the mountainside of the Pyranesse in Southern France. A fountain believed to hold healing and beautifying powers was constructed in the academy's park in honor of Nicholas and Perenelle Flamel, who part-funded the castle and grounds. Rather than broomsticks, the academy seems to prefer their trained winged-horses as a means of personal transportation.

xxxxxxBeauxbaton Exams xxx

Magical Aptitude Tests for Outstanding Novices, or best known as M.A.T.R.O.N.s, are the final examinations sixth year students must pass in order to continue their final year of study within their chosen classes.

xxxxxxBeauxbaton Teams xxx

Angelus:
xx. wizards only

Aphrodite:
xx. witches only

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xxxxxxBeauxbaton Electives xxx

Astronomy
Charms
Defense Against the Dark Arts
Herbology
History of Magic
Flying
Potions
Transfiguration
Etiquette (for Aphrodites only)
Fencing (for Angeluses only)

Alchemy
Ancient Studies
Apparition
Arithmancy
Art
Care of Magical Creatures
Cooking with Magic
Divination
Ghoul and Ghost Studies
Muggle Art
Muggle Music
Muggle Studies
Music
Study of Ancient Runes
Wandless Magic Practice Class
Wizarding Law

 

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Durmstrang Institute

Durmstrang Institute serves students from Norway, Sweden, Finland, Russia, Germany, as well as Bulgaria. Muggleborn students are not allowed admittance to the institute but it should be noted that not all of the staff and students share this ideology. Durmstrang's curriculum specializes in the Dark Arts and Martial Magic, as well as Advanced Flying, which unlike other schools, is considered a full elective with O.D.I.N. exams for seventh years. All students are required to wear the standard uniform of blood red robes, fur cloaks, and fur hats when in classes or during ceremony's. Insignia's, or badges, are used to differentiate houses by displaying the team's color and mascot which are to be pinned above the left breast. Insignia's must be worn at all times by students and is strictly enforced by staff and team leaders.


Located in Northern Scandinavia, the castle is relatively smaller than other wizarding schools but its extensive grounds more than make up for it. Surrounded by two different lakes and set in the middle of a fjord on a mountain range, the school makes great use of its ship for transportation. In the summer months, students are often outside skiing or enjoying the hot springs, but during the winter months where there is very little sunlight, students stay within the castle which is kept warm by the underground springs, enchanted lanterns, and layers of thick tapestries. Each year a school-wide competition is held in the Combat Arena for students to participate in with events include dueling, flying, and potioneering.

xxxxxxDurmstrang Exams xxx

N.O.R.S.E. or Northern Overbearing Standard of Spells and Enchantment, is the equivalent of the United Kingdom's O.W.L exams which are taken by students in their fifth year.

The O.D.I.N's, or, Odin's Distinguished in Name, are the final exams taken by seventh year students, similar to the N.E.W.T exams offered in the UK.

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xxxxxxDurmstrang Teams xxx

xx▇▇▇ Musta: x Inconspicuous. Intuitive. Self-Preserving. Impartial.
Team Color: Black
Team Mascot: One-Winged Dragon

xx▇▇▇ Punainen: x Dauntless. Passionate. Vigorous. Adventurous.
Team Color: Red
Team Mascot: Blinded Griffin

xx▇▇▇ Keltainen: x Creative. Ambitious. Industrious. Practical.
Team Color: Yellow
Team Mascot: Stone-Headed Giant

xx▇▇▇ Vihreä: x Calculating. Patient. Authoritative. Charismatic.
Team Color: Green
Team Mascot: Double-Headed Eagle

xxxxxxDurmstrang Electives xxx

Astronomy
Charms and Hexes
Dark Arts
Herbology
History of Magic
Potions
Transfigurations

Advanced Flying
Alchemy
Ancient Studies
Arithmancy
Art
Care of Magical Creatures
Cooking with Magic
Cursebreaking
Divination
Ghost and Ghoul Studies
Healing
Martial Magic
Muggle Studies
Music
Mythology
Study of Ancient Runes
Wandless Magic Practice Class
Wizard Law
World Studies
Wandlore Studies

 

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Salem Witches Institute

In the United States, if children show magical ability by the age of seven they will receive a letter of admittance to the nearest PreWiz school. Thirteen different PreWiz schools are scattered throughout the country to accommodate all of the American wizarding children and prepare them for admittance into either Salem Witches Institute or DarkMark Academy by the age of thirteen. At the moment, only Salem is being ran by the guild, thus, DarkMark will not be included in this thread. However, all classes and exam's offered by Salem will also be offered at DarkMark.


For over a hundred years, Salem was an all girls boarding school while DarkMark had admitted only boys. Recently, Salem has reformed to admit both boys and girls. DarkMark's negative reputation for teaching the dark arts had led to an influx of student enrollment to Salem Witches Institute. The boarding school is surrounded by a dense enchanted woodland, named Dark Witches Forest, just outside of Salem, Massachusetts. Once American students have graduated from either Salem or DarkMark they are given an identification card by the American Administration of Magic (AAM.) This card is essential in the United States due to the numerous wizarding establishments hidden inside of muggle communities. The ID pictures change and age with time to match the witch/wizard to avoid theft or copies.

xxxxxxSalem Exams xxx

C.A.T's, or Cumulative Assessment Tests, are taken by First Form students. This exam is a standardized aptitude test to gauge the strength and weaknesses of incoming students which allows staff members the advantage to tailor their curriculum to best suit the needs of their students.

The W.I.T.S, or, Wickedly Insidious Test of Skills, is the equivalent to the United Kingdom's N.E.W.T level final exams and is taken by Fourth Formers'.

xxxxxxSalem Houses xxx

Chameleon:
xx. Sharp. Adaptable. Independent. Clever.

Coyote:
xx. Wit. Humor. Intelligent. Wise.

Crow:
xx. Creative. Whimsical. Mischievous. Flexible.

Lynx:
xx. Loyal. Stubborn. Trustworthy. Strength.

Spider:
xx. Cunning. Resourceful. Progressive. Crafty.

Swan:
xx. Beauty. Balance. Tranquility. Purity.

xxxxxxSalem Electives xxx

Advanced Potions
Astronomy
Charms
Defense against the Dark Arts
Herbology
History of Magic
Transfigurations

Alchemy
Ancient Studies
Arithmancy
Bewitching News
Cooking with Magic
Cursebreaking
Divination
Ghost and Ghoul Studies
Magic & the Arts
Magical Music
Magizoology
Muggle Art
Muggle Music
Muggle Studies
Muggle Mythology
Mythology
Study of Ancient Runes
Wandless Magic Practice Class
Wellness and Magic
Wizard Law
World Studies
Wandlore Studies