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Graduate Diploma in Tax

Graduate Diploma.
The University of Melbourne

37

in world overall ranking*

1

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Graduate Diploma in Tax (GDipTax) is a globally recognised specialist qualification focused on tax law and policy, designed for professionals such as lawyers, accountants and tax advisers working in business or government. It offers an extensive range of tax subjects across core and specialist areas to build advanced technical capability. The course emphasises practical case studies to develop applied understanding of tax law principles and their real-world use within professional practice.

What you might learn

Students develop advanced knowledge of tax law and policy across both foundational and specialised areas of taxation. The course builds the ability to interpret and apply tax law principles to complex scenarios through practical, case-based learning. It is intended to strengthen professional judgment and technical skills for advising on tax matters in commercial and public-sector contexts.

Career outcome

Graduates can progress in specialist tax advisory careers across private practice, corporate settings and government, applying advanced expertise in tax law and policy. The qualification supports roles involving tax compliance, tax advisory, and policy-related work where detailed technical interpretation and application are required. It is suited to professionals seeking career advancement as tax advisers in business, accounting, legal practice or public administration.

Entry requirements

IELTS 7.0: with no band less than 6.5


Living Costs in Melbourne**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 15 - 20
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 1,583 - 2,094
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,207 - 1,596
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 7 - 9
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$30,496 per year

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A$24,992 per year

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Information

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6 months

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March, June, July, August, December

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Parkville

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187AA

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconMELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Up to A$56,000

tick iconMELBOURNE GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Up to 100% of tuition fees

tick iconINTERNATIONAL GRADUATE MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS

Up to 50% of tuition fees

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