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About the course
The Master of Taxation (MTax) is a specialist postgraduate qualification in Australian tax law delivered through Sydney Law School’s established taxation program. It is designed for Australian or international law graduates and practitioners seeking advanced, practice-relevant expertise. You build depth through elective units aligned to your interests, and you may choose to complete an independent research project in taxation as part of this master’s coursework law degree.
Career outcome
Graduates can apply advanced Australian tax law knowledge across professional services, corporate and government environments. The degree supports careers advising on tax planning, compliance and dispute matters, and roles working with complex tax issues in business and public administration. Typical pathways include taxation lawyer, tax adviser/consultant, in-house tax specialist, policy or revenue roles in government, and positions in accounting and legal practices requiring specialist taxation expertise.
Living Costs in Sydney**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290 |
Average Salary***
