At The Thorn Academy of Magic, you have the power to craft your own path. Choose a Major to specialize deeply and a Minor to explore complementary areas of study. Our 7-year curriculum is designed to balance theory, practice, and personal growth, preparing you for mastery in the magical arts.

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Section 1: Majors

Your Primary Focus
A Major is your heart—your main magical discipline. Completing a Major ensures deep mastery, advanced practice, and leadership readiness.

• Requirement: Complete 65% of classes in your chosen department.

• Duration: 7 years, 52 classes per year.

• Outcomes:

  • Master theory and applied practice

  • Conduct original magical projects and rituals

  • Mentor peers and lead within your department

Example:
If your Major is Divination, you’ll move from tarot basics in Year 1 to advanced dreamwork, astrology, and independent divination research by Year 7.

 

Section 2: Minors

Your Secondary Focus
A Minor complements your Major, broadening your perspective without the full intensity.

• Requirement: Complete 35% of classes in your chosen department.

• Duration: 7 years, integrated alongside your Major.

• Outcomes:

  • Gain interdisciplinary skills

  • Support and enhance your Major studies

  • Explore new magical disciplines

Example:
A Minor in Wortcunning equips you with herbal knowledge and plant rituals, enriching your Divination practices.

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Section 3: Departments of Study

We offer 14 magical Departments, each spanning 7 years with 52 classes per year. Students grow from foundational skills to advanced mastery.

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WortcunningGreenHerbalism, plant magick, nature stewardship

DivinationYellowTarot, runes, scrying, astrology, dreamwork

Healing ArtsBlueEnergy healing, aura work, ritual healing

Ceremonial MagicWhiteRituals, invocation, Hermetic theory

BeastmasteryBrownAnimal communication, familiars, mythical creatures

Psychic ArtsAquaMeditation, astral travel, telepathy, trance

Alchemy & TransformationRedSpiritual alchemy, inner transformation, spagyrics

Magickal PracticeGoldSpellcraft, enchantments, tools

Defense Against the Dark ArtsBlackWards, protection, banishing

Natural PhilosophySilverElemental theory, sacred geometry, metaphysical laws

Performance MagicsOrangeStorytelling, chants, illusion, magical theatrics

Cosmology & Celestial ArtsVioletAstrology, planetary magick, cycles

MathemagicksClearNumerology, geometry, magical mathematics

Lifeways & MinistryRoseEthics, spiritual guidance, leadership

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Section 4: Degree Pathway

Students progress through traditional academic degrees, adapted to magical education:

DegreeYearsClasses CompletedMajor %Minor %Key Outcome

Associate1–2104 per dept65%35%Foundational skills, basic rituals, ethics

Bachelor3–4104 per dept65%35%Intermediate skills, integration, mentoring

Master5–6104 per dept65%35%Advanced practice, leadership, project creation

Doctorate752 per dept65%35%Capstone project, full mastery of major/minor

Reverend Doctorate (Optional)All728 total100%100%Mastery of all 14 departments, PhD-level recognition

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Section 5: Graduation Requirements

To graduate:

1. Complete all required courses in Major and Minor.

2. Successfully submit capstone projects for Doctorate-level students.

3. Optionally complete all 728 classes to earn the Reverend Doctorate.

Suggested Wix element: Checklist or interactive “Graduation Tracker” so students can see progress toward their degree.

Section 6: Choosing Your Path

• Align your Major with your passion and your Minor with complementary skills.

• Consult with your House mentor, instructors, or Dean Gabriel Silent.

• Your Major is your heart; your Minor is your wings — together they shape your magical journey.

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