Master of Tax

Become a tax law specialist

Gain a globally recognised specialist tax law degree with the Master of Tax, part of our highly respected Melbourne Law Masters (MLM). Designed for lawyers, accountants and other professionals working as tax advisers, this course is delivered flexibly so you can balance studying with your busy working life. Choose from a wide range of subjects across core and specialist tax areas, with a minor thesis option available for those interested in independent research.

Key features

1. Become a specialist. Gain in-depth knowledge of tax law and policy across a diverse range of areas and build specialist knowledge in your field of interest.
2. Practical applications. Learn through practical case studies to develop a deep understanding of the underlying principles of tax law and its real-life applications.
3. Flexible delivery. Fit study into your life, with a combination of intensive on-campus subjects, online learning, and seminar-style classes.

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Why study tax law at Melbourne?

Join a diverse cohort of Master of Tax students, from a wide range of professional and educational backgrounds. Together you’ll learn from leading academics and industry experts from around the world.

1. Advanced tax law expertise. Gain expert knowledge of the theories and policies underpinning taxation law, and the institutions responsible for its application (Treasury, the ATO and the courts).
2. The latest thinking. Understand current developments in tax practice nationally and internationally, as well as influential global trends driven by organisations like the OECD.
3. Potential reforms. Explore current debates on proposed reforms to taxation law.

Student support

Access extensive resources and support while you study.

1. Melbourne Law School library. With access to one of the best law collections in Australia, you’ll have all the resources you need at your fingertips.
2. Legal Academic Skills Centre. Enjoy a range of tailored support services, including one-on-one research and legal academic skills consultations.
3. Mentoring opportunities. Match with an experienced practitioner from our mentor network, which includes professionals from leading law firms, the Bar, government, the judiciary, and the not-for-profit sector. Full-time students only.

What students say

"To have been taught by some of Australia’s leading and most respected practitioners, judicial officers and academics in the tax law program was a real privilege and one I will cherish for the rest of my life."

—Jack Aquilina, Master of Tax

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