Specialist Certificate in Tax (SC-TAX) // Attributes, outcomes and skills

Advanced understanding of specialist topics in the relevant area of law

• The focus provided by the Specialist Certificate draws on the broad Melbourne Law Masters, including the constant review and renewal of subjects and courses, the range and expertise of instructors from Australia and around the world, and regular advice from our advisory boards which combine to ensure that the Specialist Certificate reflects emerging knowledge and ideas.  

Ability to evaluate, research and synthesise existing knowledge in the area

• Small classes, a discussion-based environment and the emphasis on quality teaching and learning create an environment in which knowledge is exchanged, critically examined and adapted to current circumstances.

Well-developed problem solving abilities, characterised by flexibility of approach

• Most subjects approach knowledge by reference to various issues or problems. Students are encouraged to critically analyse problems and identify and develop a range of appropriate solutions through class discussion, individual study and assessment tasks.

Capacity to communicate, orally and in writing

• Classroom discussion and formal presentations provide an opportunity to hone oral communication skills, and written assessment tasks are graded in part on written communication skills.

Profound respect for truth and intellectual integrity, including the ethics of scholarship

• Some subjects have a substantive ethical component. All instructors have a respect for intellectual integrity and are skilled scholars or practitioners in their own right.

Appreciation of the way in which knowledge provides a foundation for leadership

• Instructors in the Melbourne Law Masters are leaders in their fields, and many subjects involve visiting academics, exposing students to a wider array of leaders in a range of legal fields. The Law School is committed to the significance of knowledge, which informs all regular programs and a wide range of additional activities.

Capacity to engage with issues in contemporary society

• Our programs focus on the most up-to-date legal knowledge, analysing current issues and problems through the curriculum design, classroom discussion and assessment tasks. International students are also invited to participate in extracurricular activities to aid understanding of Australian law and legal institutions.

Advanced working skills in the use of new technology

• The most advanced IT infrastructure is available to Melbourne Law Masters students in the Law Library, the Moot Court Room, classroom settings and for private study.