Please note, enrolments are available in any location, including if you are studying online. To discuss the range of possibilities and to enrol you will need to complete an application and acceptance process and consult with the Placement Coordinator.
Introduction
This Unit integrates work and learning for final year Masters degree students. It carries a 12.5 Credit Points (equivalent to one unit) and is an elective unit or specialisation unit in a Postgraduate degree offered by the TSBE. You will undertake an internship with the UTas Tax Clinic in Hobart or Launceston. This will ensure appropriate standards are maintained and the work projects and related tasks relate to one or more of your study majors. For the duration of the internship period, the internship team will liaise closely with you and the Tax Clinic Mentor.
Summary
| Unit name | Professional Clinic Placement |
| Unit code | BFA739 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Tasmanian School of Business and Economics |
| Discipline | Accounting |
| Coordinator | Mr Donovan Castelyn |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Postgraduate |
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Learning Outcomes
- Advise clients on fundamental principles and practical applications of the Australian taxation system
- Communicate taxation advice effectively in both written and oral formats
- Apply investigative research skills to complex taxation issues and prepare well-structured research memoranda or presentations
- Reflect on professional conduct, empathy, and client engagement in a clinical setting
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Requisites
Prerequisites
Enrolment in this unit is subject to satisfactory performance in your Masters degree in Taxation Law or permission from the Course Coordinator. As the application process is competitive, there are no guarantees that all applicants will obtain a placement.Teaching
| Assessment | Reflective Journal (20%)|Oral Presentation and Research Memorandum (30%)|Clinical Performance and Participation (50%) |
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| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
There are no prescribed texts or software for this unit. However, you will be provided with several key related theories for online discussions and you may find it valuable to read relevant related articles from journals and periodicals (including newspapers and magazines). |
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| Recommended | Reading Lists provide direct access to all material on unit reading lists in one place. This includes eReadings and items in Reserve. You can access the Reading List for this unit from the link in MyLO, or by going to the Reading Lists page on the University Library website. |
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