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Graduate Diploma in Tax

University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia

About this program

The Graduate Diploma in Tax at the University of Melbourne is a globally recognised specialist tax law qualification for lawyers, accountants and tax advisers in business or government. Students complete 50 credit points from prescribed subject lists, including Foundations of Tax Law for international students, taught through practical case studies covering tax law, its underlying principles and its practical application.
The course is part of the Melbourne Law Masters program. Melbourne Law School is ranked first in Australia and eighth globally, and graduates develop an advanced understanding of tax law theory and policy.

Fees & duration

Duration0.5 yr
Tuition (international)A$67,100
Application feeA$154

English test scores

IELTS6.5 overall (W6)
PTE64 overall

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Career & PR pathway

Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status

Accountant (General)ANZSCO 221111

Primary outcomeMLTSSLCSOL

On both MLTSSL and CSOL, so it supports 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186. Needs an accredited accounting degree and a positive assessment from CPA Australia, CA ANZ, or the IPA.

Assessed by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants ANZ, or the Institute of Public Accountants (applicant chooses one)

Taxation AccountantANZSCO 221113

Primary outcomeMLTSSLCSOL

On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.

Assessed by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants ANZ, or the Institute of Public Accountants (applicant chooses one)

List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.

Admissions

To be considered for entry into this course, you must: Have completed a Bachelor of Laws degree (LLB) (AQF7) or a Juris Doctor (JD) (AQF9) leading to admission to legal practice with a weighted average mark (WAM) of 65%, or equivalent. Or Have completed a Bachelor of Laws degree (LLB) (AQF7) or a Juris Doctor (JD) (AQF9) or equivalent, leading to admission to legal practice. And Have one year of documented relevant experience. Or Have completed a bachelor degree (AQF7) or equivalent in a cognate (relevant) discipline. Cognate (relevant) disciplines include: Accounting, taxation. And Have one year of documented relevant experience. Relevant experience for this course may include legal roles such as a lawyer, solicitor, advocate, attorney, counsel, barrister, magistrate, or judge's associate or roles such as an accountant with Australia-based work experience. The University of Melbourne is

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