The Taxation major provides in-depth understanding of taxation laws and practice in Australia and overseas.

You’ll specialise in areas such as income tax, goods and services tax, fringe benefits tax, international tax, tax administration, tax implications of tax structures and state taxes.

There are a variety of rewarding job opportunities that exist within the taxation profession.

This major sits within the Bachelor of Commerce degree. To apply for this major, you will apply for the Bachelor of Commerce.

Why study

• You can gain experience at the Curtin Tax Clinic, which aims to assist unrepresented taxpayers in meeting or complying with their taxation affairs. It is the first clinic of its kind in Australia, offering students, under the supervision of experienced tax practitioners, the opportunity to engage in case work directly relevant to their chosen career in taxation.
• Taxation industry professionals have direct input into the course curriculum, ensuring you will graduate industry-ready.
• You’ll get to work on real assignments and case studies.

The Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Western Australia has partnered with Curtin to offer internships to students who have completed 200 credits or more of their commerce degree. These internships will give you credit towards your degree, increase your industry experience and put you in direct contact with leading professionals.

Professional recognition

• Association of Taxation and Management Accountants*
• CPA Australia*
• Institute of Public Accountants (IPA)*
• Tax Practitioners Board*
• Tax Institute*

*When studied with Accounting.

You may be eligible for associate membership of CPA Australia and IPA. You may also be eligible to enter into the program of the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand.

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