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    An in-depth guide to studying taxation as an international student.

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    Taxation degrees abroad

    Taxation programs provide students with a detailed understanding of the principles and processes of taxation. It’s an interdisciplinary field that merges together concepts from business, finance, economics, public administration, and politics.

    As well as learning about various taxation policies, you’ll become confident at applying them to real-world scenarios. You’ll develop the technical, analytical, and professional skills needed to make financial decisions in the interests of individual clients and companies. You’ll also become an expert at interpreting financial data and using it to inform your practice.

    With taxation rates and regulations differing so much within and between countries, gaining an international understanding of the field has never been more important. Studying abroad is a priceless opportunity to expand your knowledge, network with potential clients, and broaden your cultural horizons.

    Taxation program structure

    It’s possible to study a bachelor’s degree in taxation, but these are offered at a limited number of institutions. A BSc requires at least three years of full-time study, but some students extend their program to four years by completing an optional placement year.

    If you decide to pursue your studies in the US, you’ll declare a major in taxation. After taking two years of general education classes, you’ll study major-specific modules for another two years.

    Degrees in taxation are most widely available at the master’s level. To be eligible for enrollment in an MSc program, you’ll need to have a bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject like business administration, finance, or accounting. Master’s courses typically take one year of full-time study or two years of part-time learning.

    A PhD is the most advanced qualification available to taxation students. Doctorate programs can take anywhere between three and seven years to finish.

    Taxation programs are normally delivered through a range of traditional teaching methods, like lectures, seminars, workshops, and tutorials. Assessment methods vary between modules, but the majority of students will complete exams, essays, reports, and presentations.

    Each country has different laws and regulations regarding taxation, so the content of your program will be influenced by the location of your university and its cultural context. However, most programs around the world will provide students with a solid grounding in the following:

    • General taxes
    • Corporate taxation
    • Financial statement analysis
    • Estate planning
    • Tax filing
    • Tax law and ethics
    • International taxation
    • Business law

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    How to study taxation abroad

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    Taxation study abroad programs

    Taxation undergraduate programs

    Bachelor's in taxation

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      Accounting - Public/Taxation - Integrated Dual BBA/MSc Pace University, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Master's
      Duration
      4 years
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      44,714 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 44,714 USD

      Start date
      January, September
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      Accounting - Taxation - BBA Texas State University, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      15,034 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 15,034 USD

      Start date
      January, August
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      Accounting with Taxation - BSc (Hons) Ulster University, UK

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      19,934 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 14,480 GBP

      Start date
      September
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      Commerce: Taxation and Accounting - BComm University of Canterbury, New Zealand

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      3 years
      Annual tuition fee
      21,637 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 31,000 NZD

      Start date
      January, February
      Show program overview about Commerce: Taxation and Accounting
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      Taxation - BComm University of Auckland, New Zealand

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      3 years
      Annual tuition fee
      26,961 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 38,627 NZD

      Start date
      July, February
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    Taxation graduate programs

    Master's in taxation

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      Taxation - MBA Pace University, USA

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      39,150 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 39,150 USD

      Start date
      January, September
      Show program overview about Taxation
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      Accounting and Taxation / Business Administration - Dual program - Dual MSAT/MBA University of Hartford, USA

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      28,115 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 28,115 USD

      Start date
      January, August
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      Commerce: Taxation - MCom University of Canterbury, New Zealand

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      21,114 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 30,250 NZD

      Start date
      January, February
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      International Tax Law - LLM Bournemouth University, UK

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      19,273 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 14,000 GBP

      Start date
      January, September
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      International Taxation - MEcon Corvinus University of Budapest, Hungary

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      20 months
      Annual tuition fee
      8,008 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 6,800 EUR

      Start date
      September
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    Doctorate in taxation

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      Taxation - PhD University of Canterbury, New Zealand

      Program type
      Doctorate
      Duration
      3 years
      Annual tuition fee
      4,955 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 7,099 NZD

      Start date
      January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
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    Future taxation careers

    Since most people, businesses, and organizations across the world are required to pay tax, the expertise of taxation graduates is always in high demand.

    You could find employment across several areas, including insurance, law firms, accountancy, government departments, businesses, and charities. Here are some common graduate destinations.

    • Tax analyst
    • Financial advisor
    • Tax investigator
    • Revenue manager
    • Tax inspector
    • Accountant
    • Tax attorney/lawyer
    • Policymaker

    To land some of the jobs listed above, you’ll need to obtain some additional qualifications, work experience, and registration with the appropriate regulatory body. Your university’s career advice service will help you with these next steps.