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Location: Hobart

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 provides postgraduate students with an opportunity to integrate advanced taxation knowledge with professional practice through a supervised placement with the UTAS Tax Clinic in Hobart. Working within a clinical environment, you will engage with real client matters and develop an understanding of the professional, ethical and practical dimensions of providing taxation assistance to individuals and small businesses.

The unit focuses on the application of Australian taxation law to client circumstances, investigation of complex taxation issues, preparation and communication of professional advice, client engagement, ethical and professional conduct, and reflective practice. Through supervised clinical work, research and reflection, you will develop your capacity to exercise professional judgement, respond appropriately to diverse client needs, and connect advanced disciplinary knowledge with contemporary taxation practice.

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

Location Study period Attendance options Available to
Hobart Semester 1 This unit is available through on-campus delivery Available to International Students Available to Domestic Students
Hobart Semester 2 This unit is available through on-campus delivery Available to International Students Available to Domestic Students
  • Key:
  • This unit is available through on-campus delivery On-campus
  • This unit is available through off-campus delivery Off-Campus
  • Available to International Students International students
  • Available to Domestic Students Domestic students
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Key Dates

Study Period Start date Census date WW date End date
Semester 1 22/02/2027 16/03/2027 19/04/2027 13/06/2027
Semester 2 05/07/2027 27/07/2027 30/08/2027 24/10/2027

* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).

Unit census dates currently displaying for 2027 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2027 will be available from the 1st October 2026. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

  • Apply Australian taxation law to provide ethical taxation advice in a clinical practice setting.
  • Communicate taxation advice to client and professional audiences using appropriate written and oral formats.
  • Investigate complex taxation issues using authoritative sources and professional judgement.
  • Exercise professional judgement when responding to client taxation matters in a clinical practice setting.

Fee Information

Field of Education Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 Domestic Full Fee 4
080101 $2,253.00 $1,764.00 not applicable
  • Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
  • HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
  • FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4

1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.

If you have any questions in relation to the fees, please contact UniConnect or more information is available on StudyAssist.

Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.

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

AssessmentAT1 - Individual Professional Practice Evaluation (20%)|AT2 - Oral Presentation and Research Memorandum (30%)|AT3 - Clinical Performance and Participation (50%)
TimetableView the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required

Any required readings will be provided by the Unit Coordinator and will be relevant to the taxation issues, client matters and professional activities undertaken during the UTAS Tax Clinic placement. These may include current legislation, case law, taxation rulings, ATO guidance and other authoritative professional materials.
Recommended

Students are encouraged to consult current Australian taxation legislation, case law, ATO guidance, professional taxation resources and other authoritative materials relevant to the client matters and research issues encountered during the placement.

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