Master of Taxation

at Curtin University

What you'll learn
 

• Apply principles of taxation law to practical situations and case studies at an applied, professional practice level; complete original research work to extend discipline knowledge.
• Read legislation, cases and related taxation materials and critically reflect upon them at an applied, professional practice level.
• Access and evaluate relevant taxation materials and critically analyse content at an applied, professional practice level.
• Communicate effectively in ways appropriate to a trans disciplinary and varied audience, for a range of purposes and to a professional standard.
• Use appropriate technologies, recognising their capabilities and limitations, for professional practice.
• Take responsibility for the development of ongoing professional, self-directed and reflective education relating to developments and changes in the taxation industry.
• Utilize a practical and evaluative approach to the impact of international taxation industry issues and apply a global perspective to the resolution of these issues.
• Recognise the importance of cultural diversity and how it impacts upon the taxation industry administratively and practically
• Exhibit an ethical approach to analysing taxation issues; solve problems independently or collaboratively; at a professional practice level.

Applicants require a recognised bachelor degree (or equivalent) in the field of taxation or a related discipline, or a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in the field of taxation or a related discipline. In addition, applicants must meet Curtin's English language proficiency requirements.

Applicants without a related (cognate) Bachelor's degree will need to complete the Graduate Certificate in Taxation Practice to proceed to be considered for the Master of Taxation degree program.

Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English.

IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System) Overall band score-6.5

International student indicative fees
 

• Total indicative course fee    $30,000*
• Indicative year 1 fee    $30,000*

Careers
 

• International taxation specialist 
• Tax agent
• Tax manager
• Taxation accountant
• Taxation lawyer
• Taxation specialist
• Treasurer

Industries
 

• Accounting
• Finance and investment
• Government
• Law
• Resources and renewables