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BTX3931 · Taxation law
2027 Handbook6 credit pointsLevel 3Department of Business Law and Taxation
Overview
This unit provides an introduction to Australian taxation law and practice, focusing on individuals as taxpayers engaged in personal services, property and business activities. It covers income tax (including CGT), as well as GST and FBT.
Offerings
| Campus | Teaching period | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Clayton | First semester | Teaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS) |
| Caulfield | Second semester | Teaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS) |
| Clayton | Second semester | Teaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS) |
| Peninsula | First semester | Teaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS) |
| Caulfield | First semester | Teaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS) |
Assessment
The Handbook lists an examination for this unit.
| # | Assessment | Type | Weight | Hurdle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 - Quiz / Test | Quiz / Test | 10% | — |
| 2 | 2 - Written | Written | 40% | — |
| 3 | 3 - Quiz / Test | Quiz / Test | 20% | — |
| 4 | 4 - Written | Written | 30% | — |
| 5 | 5 - Examination | Examination | 50% | — |
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Requisites
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Learning outcomes
- identify the principles underpinning the Australian taxation system, focusing on the operation of income tax with other commonwealth taxes.
- interpret conceptual tax structures within a legislative framework to solve tax legal problems in personal and business contexts.
- analyse the tax implications of personal, property and business transactions using relevant legislative provisions and judicial principles.
- explain income tax (including CGT), GST and FBT calculations in practical scenarios.
- discuss the social and ethical implications of Australian tax policy to enhance fair and equitable outcomes for diverse taxpayers.
Workload
Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities. You are expected to complete all pre-class activities prior to your scheduled class, and post-class activities should be completed after your scheduled class. Learning activities may include a combination of teacher directed, peer directed and online engagement activities.
| Activity | Duration |
|---|---|
| Assessments | — |
| Tutorials | 24 hours |
| Seminars | 24 hours |
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