Overview

Become an international tax law specialist

Gain a globally recognised specialist tax qualification with the Master of International Tax, part of our highly respected Melbourne Law Masters program. Designed for a wide range of professionals including lawyers, accountants and government officials, this course is delivered flexibly so you can balance study and work. Gain in-depth understanding of taxation law in a rapidly changing economic world, and graduate ready for a career in Australia or overseas.

Key features

1. Become a specialist. Gain in-depth knowledge of international tax law and its applications across a diverse range of areas and jurisdictions.
2. Tailored to your interests. Pursue your professional interests with a substantial selection of international and comparative tax subjects, or choose some subjects from our broader tax and commercial law programs.
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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University rankings

#1 in Australia | #13 globally | #8 in graduate employability worldwide
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Subject rankings

Law
#1 in Australia | #11 globally
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Why study international tax law at Melbourne?

Join a diverse cohort of Master of International Tax students, from a wide range of professional and educational backgrounds. Together you’ll learn from leading international and Australian tax experts with significant reputations in the field.

1. A global perspective. Gain expert knowledge of bi-lateral treaties between trading partners, and the respective roles of the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development and the United Nations.
2. Individual impacts. Develop an in-depth understanding of rules for residents deriving foreign source income and non-residents deriving Australian source income.
3. Contemporary challenges. Explore current debates in existing corporate and international tax systems and proposed solutions.

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

"This class not only broadened my horizons on understanding different tax policies and associated socio-economic issues but also fortified my belief in the transformative potential of cross-cultural collaboration."

— Tooba Khan, Master of International Tax

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