Bachelor of Commerce (Taxation)

At the completion of this degree students will be able to:

1. apply taxation knowledge to identify legislative and case law principles of taxation as they relate to individual and business taxpayers and critically analyse taxation problems and think logically, rationally and creatively to generate solutions that consider the global taxation environment.
2. communicate professionally, and in ways that are responsible and appropriate for local, national and international taxation contexts
3. use relevant technologies and industry information to analyse taxation problems in ways that demonstrate critical thinking and responsible judgement
4. demonstrate ethical, respectful and responsible taxation practices with an understanding of cultural diversity and how this informs these taxation practices
5. demonstrate industry readiness through the development of sound practical business solutions by understanding the legal and regulatory environment and critical reflection of individual capabilities and the future of work

Higher education via OUA

Successful study through OUA – either:

• Successful completion of the Business Pathway OR
• Successful completion of four OUA full degree level subjects at pass level. (This satisfies the English language proficiency requirement.) OR
• Successful completion of two OUA full degree level subjects with separate evidence of English proficiency is required.

Higher education

• Successful completion of one full time semester (four standard subjects) towards an Undergraduate or higher level of study at an Australian University (separate evidence of English proficiency is not required).

Secondary education

• Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) 70 or equivalent. Students must have English ATAR, Literature ATAR or English as an Additional Language/Dialect ATAR.  To determine your eligibility for entry please refer to Interstate Year 12 and IB Students, TISC Tertiary Institutions Service Centre link http://www.tisc.edu.au/static/guide/prerequisites-comparison.tisc

VET studies

• Completion of an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Diploma or Advanced Diploma or Associate Diploma. You may also be eligible for credit toward your university study.
• Completion of an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Certificate IV and evidence of English proficiency.

Work and Life

• Successful completion of the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). (Please note this test is valid for two years.)
• Finished secondary education more than two years ago
• Bridging and enabling course entry
  • Curtin Enabling Program: UniReady - https://www.open.edu.au/degrees/uniready-enabling-subjects-curtin-university-cur-unr-deg
• Enabling courses completed through other Australian Universities which meet minimum entry requirements for that institution will be accepted as minimum entry requirements for this course.

Additional information:

• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people: Centre for Aboriginal Studies - http://karda.curtin.edu.au/
• Domestic applicants with overseas qualifications - https://study.curtin.edu.au/applying/overseas-qualifications/

English Proficiency Requirements

Applicants need to meet Curtin's English Language requirements. You normally need ONE of the following:

• Must have a 50% minimum in English ATAR (or equivalent).
• Completion of at least one full time semester (or equivalent) of Undergraduate level studies at an Australian University
• Completion of an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Diploma or Advanced Diploma or Associate Diploma
• Successful completion of two degree level subjects via Open Universities Australia (OUA) and English proficiency
• Successful completion of two degree level subjects at an Australian university and English proficiency
• Successful completion of the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). (Please note this test is valid for two years.)

Please refer to the 'Minimum English Language Proficiency Requirements' document at https://study.curtin.edu.au/applying/english-language-requirements/.

*** Please Note: If any academic or legal document is not in English, you must provide a colour scan of the non-English documents, including a colour scan of the official English translations of these documents. This is for comparison purposes. ***

Credit for Recognised Learning (CRL) is assessed on individual merit and is awarded for different types of learning, for example, studies you have previously completed or for relevant work experience.

Students must be admitted in an award degree of study before lodging their completed CRL application, along with all required supporting documentation for a formal assessment.

To apply for CRL, please visit the Curtin University website: https://study.curtin.edu.au/credit/

It is important to note accepted documentation includes scans of the original Transcripts and/or Award Certificate; front and back; in colour; and original size. For further information see the scanned documents and certification requirements and guidelines.

Please note students should complete no more than ten Level 1 subjects overall.

More information about the policies and procedures related to CRL assessment and appealing a CRL assessment outcome can be found in the Credit for Recognised Learning Policy (PDF).

If you have any questions, please contact www.curtinconnect.curtin.edu.au 

The degree is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of, and competencies in, taxation, accounting and associated fields of auditing, business law and financial management, and equips graduates for a professional accounting career with a specialisation in taxation in areas such commerce, industry, government or public practice.

Recommended Study Pattern

Students must complete 24 subjects and meet the following requirements:

• Complete seven compulsory core subjects
• Complete seven major subjects
• Complete two business law subjects
• Complete eight elective subjects - Students should aim to complete their elective subjects during SP2 & SP4 as core subjects normally run in SP1 & SP3.
• Complete at least twelve Curtin University subjects
• Complete no more than ten Level 1 subjects overall
• You are expected to have an adequate level of English when undertaking all subjects in this degree

Award Requirements

Students must complete 24 subjects and meet the following requirements:

• Complete seven compulsory core subjects
• Complete seven major subjects
• Complete two business law subjects
• Complete eight elective subjects
• Complete at least twelve Curtin University subjects
• Complete no more than ten Level 1 subjects overall
• You are expected to have an adequate level of English when undertaking all subjects in this degree

Choose your subjects

Electives

Students must complete eight electives which can be chosen from any OUA subjects.

We recommend that all students, as soon as they are eligible, should apply for and take a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP). However, if you choose not to be a CSP student, please contact Curtin through the Ask Connect webform https://students.connect.curtin.edu.au/app/ask and select the Admissions and Credit for Recognised Learning - Entry pathways and eligibility menu option.

Changes in 2021:

The Business Pathway has been removed.

Changes to Level 1 Core Subjects:

• ACC100 has been retired and replaced by ACC102 Financial Decision Making
  • Students who have completed ACC100 do not need to complete ACC102.
• MKG100 has been retired and replaced by BLW100 Markets and Legal Frameworks
  • Students who have completed MKG100 do not need to complete BLW100.
• COM12 has been removed and replaced by MMK100 Communication, Culture and Indigenous Perspectives in Business
  • Students who have completed COM12 do not need to complete MMK100.
• IBA111 has been removed and replaced by MMK101 Strategic Career Design
  • Students who have completed IBA111 do not need to complete MMK101.
• INF10003 has been removed and replaced by ECO100 Analytics for Decision Making
  • Students who have completed INF10003 do not need to complete ECO100.
• BLW14 has been retired and replaced by BLW15 Applied Contract Law
  • Students who have completed BLW14 do not need to complete BLW15.
• BAN12 - Introductory Economics - no change.

Changes to Level 2 Core Major Subjects

• BLW26 International Business Law is now an optional subject for students commencing from 2021.
  • However for students admitted prior to 2021 – BLAW2004 remains a core subject.
•  BLW42 International Study Tour and BLW43 Domestic Study Tour are new optional subjects for the Taxation Major. *These new subjects are only available when a study tour is coordinated.

Changes to Level 3 Core Major Subjects

• BCS301 Business Capstone has been retired and replaced by MMK300 Enhancing Your Business Mind.
  • Students who have completed BCS301 do not need to complete MMK300.

Students will not be penalised for completing subjects no longer found in the program structure.

If you need any further advice with the new course structure, please contact Curtin through the Ask Connect webform https://students.connect.curtin.edu.au/app/ask and selecting the Enrolment - General Support menu

option.