This year, Hermione and Ron were to return to Hogwarts with the students in their year for a final eighth year, something unheard of in school history. Under Headmistress McGonagall’s leadership, this last year was meant to give the students affected by the war a fresh start and opportunity to take their N.E.W.T.s. They would also have extra time to prepare for a career and life outside of Hogwarts. Given his fame and unyielding bravery in the Final Battle, Harry was offered an immediate position within the Auror Department at the Ministry of Magic.