MC-TAXAT v.1 Master of Taxation
Course CRICOS Code: 102741C
Registered full-time Duration:
1 Year
Course Overview
Master Degrees (Coursework) prepare students to apply advanced knowledge for professional practice, scholarship and further learning corresponding to AQF level 9 qualifications.
This specialised advanced level course is aimed primarily at commerce graduates who are seeking further qualifications and/or continuing professional development and who are: practitioners in public or private practice; taxation officers in the Australian Taxation Office or related departments (e.g. Treasury); corporate accountants, financial planners and advisers requiring specialist taxation qualifications; or members of the legal profession who are seeking specialist taxation qualification.
Graduation candidates may be eligible for membership to CPA Australia, the Tax Institute and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ). Candidates who complete selected units may be able to use this toward meeting the educational requirements for registration with the Tax Practitioners Board.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.
Course Entry and Completion Details
Applicants for a Master Degree (Coursework) are required to meet University academic and English language entry standards; details are provided at http://study.curtin.edu.au/. Subject to the duration of the course applicants usually require a Bachelor Degree or equivalent (and may require relevant work experience), Bachelor Honours Degree, Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma. All Curtin courses have compulsory and other core capabilities that are essential for demonstrating the achievement of course learning outcomes and graduation. Students who are unable to meet or demonstrate those requirements, now or in later stages during their studies, may seek reasonable adjustments by the University wherever possible to facilitate alternative ways of achieving those requirements. If reasonable adjustments cannot be accommodated, Curtin will discuss study options to find an alternative course of study or an exit degree. Any specific course entry and completion requirements must also be met.
pplicants 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.
Credit for Recognised Learning
Applications for credit towards a course are assessed on an individual basis. Credit reduces the amount of learning required to complete the course and may be granted for formal education qualifications, non-formal learning from non-award programs of study and informal learning through work experiences. Further information can be found at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au/non-school-leavers/rpl.cfm
Credit for Recognised Learning may be granted upon application to students who have successfully completed studies that are considered by Curtin University to be equivalent to the units forming part of the program. Credits may be given for students who have successfully completed recognised professional body examinations, including the CA Programs which is offered by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia and the CPA program, which is offered by CPA Australia. Normally four units of credit are available for candidates who have completed either the CA program or the CPA program. Credits may also be available for courses completed with the Tax Institute. All credits are subject to consideration and verification of original documentation, including results transcripts and other supporting information.
Intermediate Awards
A student who has successfully completed the requirements of an approved intermediate award may apply for graduation in that award subject to approval of Head of School/Department. Fees apply. Intermediate awards approved for this course:
Pathway to Further Study
Graduates may qualify for entry to Doctoral degrees. For further details, see the Graduate Research School website http://research.curtin.edu.au/postgraduate-research/future-research-students/entry-requirements/
Course Organisation
Master Degrees (Coursework) contain a series of units in a specialised area of study which may include compulsory (core), optional or elective units to cater for student preferences. They may also contain a range of majors/streams for students to choose from.
The Taxation course is designed to be modular and flexible, allowing students various exit points consistent with their study aspirations.
Course Learning Outcomes
A graduate of this course can:
1. 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.
2. read legislation, cases and related taxation materials and critically reflect upon them at an applied, professional practice level.
3. access and evaluate relevant taxation materials and critically analyse content at an applied, professional practice level.
4. communicate effectively in ways appropriate to a trans disciplinary and varied audience, for a range of purposes and to a professional standard.
5. Use appropriate technologies, recognising their capabilities and limitations, for professional practice.
6. take responsibility for the development of ongoing professional, self-directed and reflective education relating to developments and changes in the taxation industry.
7. 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.
8. recognise the importance of cultural diversity and how it impacts upon the taxation industry administratively and practically
9. exhibit an ethical approach to analysing taxation issues; solve problems independently or collaboratively; at a professional practice level.
Duration and Availability
This fee-paying course is two semesters full-time or equivalent part-time study or external study. Most classes are scheduled in the evening or late afternoon.
Location and delivery Mode
Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
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2021 | Bentley Perth Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
2021 | Bentley Perth Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
2021 | Bentley Perth Campus | Semester 2 | Y | ||||
2021 | Bentley Perth Campus | Semester 2 | Y | ||||
2022 | Bentley Perth Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
2022 | Bentley Perth Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
2022 | Bentley Perth Campus | Semester 2 | Y | ||||
2022 | Bentley Perth Campus | Semester 2 | Y |
The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.
* The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.
^ Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
# Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.
Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
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Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
TAXA5002 | v.1 | Taxation of Capital Gains | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
TAXA5005 | v.1 | Taxation of Trusts | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
TAXA5007 | v.1 | Taxation Research in Current Topics | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
SELECT OPTIONS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
100.0 | |||||
Year 1 Study Period 7 | |||||
SELECT OPTIONS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
25.0 | |||||
Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
TAXA5006 | v.2 | Advanced Corporate Taxation | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
TAXA6000 | v.2 | Advanced Taxation Research | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
TAXA5004 | v.1 | GST and Indirect Taxation | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
75.0 | |||||
Options (No Year Level Specified) | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
TAXA5000 | v.1 | Applied International Taxation | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
TAXA5003 | v.1 | Advanced Estate Planning | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
TAXA6001 | v.1 | Advanced Superannuation and Retirement Planning | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
TAXA6006 | v.1 | Graduate International Taxation Study Tour | 25.0 | ||
TAXA6005 | v.1 | Graduate Taxation Study Tour | 25.0 | ||
TAXA6008 | v.1 | Graduate Curtin Taxation Clinic | 21.0 | 25.0 | |
TAXA6009 | v.1 | Taxation Dispute Resolution | 3.0 | 25.0 |
Further Information
If you need more course information, you may contact the relevant areas: For Current Students: Student Services Office, please click here for further details: http://students.curtin.edu.au/contact_offices.cfm. For Domestic Future Students: Curtin Connect Future Students, enquiries: https://future.connect.curtin.edu.au/ , Tel: +61-1300 222 888. For International Future Students: Curtin International, email: international@curtin.edu.au, Tel: +61-8-9266 7331.
Course Structure Disclaimer
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International students
International students studying in Australia on a student visa can only study full-time and there are also specific entry requirements that must be met. As some information contained in this publication may not be applicable to international students, refer to international.curtin.edu.au for further information. Australian citizens, permanent residents and international students studying outside Australia may have the choice of full-time, part-time and external study, depending on course availability and in-country requirements.