Course Overview

About This Course

Continue to build your career as a tax law specialist.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

35 Stirling Highway, Crawley, Perth, Western Australia 6009The University of Western Australia (M355), 35 Stirling Highway, Perth (Crawley Campus), Western Australia 600935 Stirling Highway, Perth, Western Australia 6009CRAWLEY

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

A Juris Doctor or Bachelor of Laws, or an equivalent qualification as recognised by UWA; OR
A bachelor's degree in a cognate area, or an equivalent qualification as recognised by UWA, with the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent; OR
A bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification as recognised by UWA, with the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent, AND at least two years of relevant professional experience.
English language requirement: Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

This course equips graduates with the skills necessary to become an expert in taxation law. Experts in the field are in demand across a range of industries and fields both in Australia and internationally. Career opportunities include:

Tax practice in an accounting firm in Australia or internationally
Tax practice in a law firm in Australia or internationally
Working for a revenue authority
Working in government policy departments
Tax commentator or academic
In-house tax adviser in a large commercial company

Further study pathways include Doctor of Juridical Science, Master of Philosophy by research, Doctor of Philosophy, and Doctor of Laws.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Legal Practice Board of Western Australia

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

State Legal Admission Authority

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the Master of Taxation Law designed for?

The Master of Taxation Law at UWA is designed for individuals who want to continue to build their career as a tax law specialist.

How long does the Master of Taxation Law take to complete?

The Master of Taxation Law at UWA is a 1-year full-time program.

How can I contact UWA for more information about this course?

You can contact UWA's Student Central by phone at 131 UWA (131 892), internationally at (+61 8) 6488 1000, by email via Ask UWA, or by booking an online consultation. Office hours are 8.30am - 5pm AWST, Monday to Friday.

Where is UWA's Student Central located?

UWA's Student Central is located at The University of Western Australia (M355), 35 Stirling Highway, Perth, Western Australia 6009.

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

Click "Enquire Now" and tell us a little about yourself. It's free and takes 2 minutes.

Step 02

Submit Documents

Our team will guide you on exactly which documents to prepare and submit.

Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $65,000 to $85,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $85,000 to $120,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $120,000 to $175,000 per year

Career Paths

Graduate Lawyer / Graduate SolicitorSolicitorBarristerIn-House Counsel / Corporate CounselGeneral Counsel

Key Skills

Legal research and case analysisStatutory interpretation and legal reasoningWritten and oral advocacyContract drafting and document preparationCritical thinking and problem-solving

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