* Potions: Taught by Professor Severus Snape, this subject involves brewing magical concoctions.
* Transfiguration: Taught by Professor Minerva McGonagall, this subject teaches the art of changing the form of objects and creatures.
* Charms: Taught by Professor Filius Flitwick, this subject teaches the use of simple and practical spells.
* Defence Against the Dark Arts: Taught by Professor Quirinus Quirrell, this subject involves learning about and defending against dark magic.
* Herbology: Taught by Professor Pomona Sprout, this subject involves the study and care of magical plants.
* Flying: Taught by Madame Hooch, this is a practical subject that teaches students how to fly on broomsticks.
* History of Magic: Taught by Professor Cuthbert Binns, this subject covers the history of the magical world.
* Astronomy: Taught by Professor Aurora Sinistra, this subject involves the study of the stars and constellations.
These subjects were all compulsory for first-year students.