Australian Taxation Law

Australian Taxation Law

The course aims to provide lawyers and other business professionals with a sound understanding of the principles of taxation in relation to income tax for individuals and trading entities. The course examines the provisions of the Income Tax Assessment Acts of 1936 and 1997 and gives emphasis to the issues of assessable income and allowable deductions in respect of both the common law as well as statutory provisions. The course also examines the Fringe Benefit Tax Assessment Act 1986 and the Goods and Services Tax Act 2000. Students undertaking the course will further develop their legal skills in reading, understanding and applying complex and dynamic legislation, case materials and taxation rulings. This involves development of the student’s ability to analyse legal problems and to express ideas in a precise manner. These skills, together with the appropriate legal knowledge, are essential for lawyers. This course emphasises presentation and research skills combined with formulation of arguments based on legal principle.

This course enables students to acquire a sound knowledge of the Australian taxation system and the compliance requirements. Topics include: the Constitution and taxation power; the concept, source and derivation of income; trading stock, exempt income, allowable deductions; tax offsets; and the determination of taxable income; decline in value; and miscellaneous business deducations; tax administration; fringe benefits tax; and goods and services tax.

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