Overview

The Graduate Diploma in Advanced Taxation program is designed to provide an in-depth understanding of critical principles across a wide range of taxation fields. The program concentrates on advanced specialist professional training in taxation.
While broadly similar in objectives and course content to the Master of Taxation, the Graduate Diploma in Advanced Taxation requires students to undertake only six courses and prepare coursework assignments rather than undertaking the research and sustained writing of research papers in the Masters program.

The Graduate Diploma in Advanced Taxation program is designed for taxation specialists and practitioners wanting to gain a deeper tax knowledge and advanced professional skills in a short time frame.

The program is also suitable for those seeking a pathway program into the Master of Taxation but who do not meet the entry requirements of the Master of Taxation.

The Graduate Diploma in Advanced Taxation consists of 6 elective courses from the ATAX03** range of courses.

Selection of Courses

Complete six of the following elective courses:

Assessment Policy

In order to pass a course, candidates for the Graduate Diploma in Advanced Taxation must obtain:

Exemption Policy

Admission with Advanced Standing:

Students accepted for enrolment into the Graduate Diploma in Advanced Taxation may apply for advanced standing by applying to the Australian School of Business Student Centre.

For information regarding fees for UNSW programs, please refer to the following website:  https://my.unsw.edu.au/student/fees/FeesMainPage.html

Applicants require a recognised undergraduate degree (or equivalent qualification) in taxation, law or commerce, as determined by the Australian School of Business.

For those applicants who did not complete a university level course of study in taxation as part of their undergraduate degree, they may be required to complete a qualifying course prior to admission to postgraduate studies (ATAX0100).

The Graduate Diploma in Advanced Taxation has been approved by CPA Australia for specialist taxation accreditation.

Students who are members of CPA Australia, The Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia (ICAA), and qualified lawyers may have both Award and Non-Award study with Atax recognised towards their Continuing Professional Development (CPD), Continuing Professional Education (CPE) and Continuing Legal Education (CLE) membership requirements respectively.
Students who are members of CPA Australia, The Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia (ICAA), and qualified lawyers may have both Award and Non-Award study with Atax recognised towards their Continuing Professional Development (CPD), Continuing Professional Education (CPE) and Continuing Legal Education (CLE) membership requirements respectively.

Delivery modes for Graduate Diploma in Advanced Taxation

Courses in the Graduate Diploma in Advanced Taxation program can be studied via flexible distance study, in face to face classes or intensive classes. Assessment remains the same for all modes of delivery. You will be able to choose the delivery mode that suits you best. All Atax students will receive a set of Study Materials for each course you are enrolled in and access to Blackboard, a web-based site to complement Atax's teaching resources - your Study Materials, past examination papers, feedback, discussion forums and online links are available from this site.

Flexible Distance Study mode
This mode of study utilises a combination of Audio Conferences, Webinars, Regional Classes and Blackboard, allowing you to study from anywhere in Australia or overseas. For each course there are usually four Audio Conferences and/or Webinars per semester and students are encouraged to attend. There is also a one-day Regional Class for most courses and these are usually held in metropolitan centres during Weeks 8 or 9 of the semester.

Face to face weekly mode
Several courses have classes in the face to face mode of delivery at UNSW CBD Campus, 1 O'Connell Street, Sydney, NSW. These classes are usually held Monday to Thursday, from 6:00 - 8:00pm. Class sizes are limited to a maximum of 40 students, so students can be assured of a quality educational experience.

Intensive Short Course mode
Some Atax courses can also be studied face to face via Intensive mode. Intensive classes enable students to complete the required coursework for the course in four days. These classes are held on UNSW Kensington campus in Sydney. Classes will normally run from 9.30 - 5.00 pm.