Master of Commerce in Taxation (Thesis) at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

A two-year full-thesis Master of Commerce in Taxation on the Stellenbosch campus involving group discussions and research, with contact sessions on certain Saturdays in the first year.

Faculty: Economic and Management Sciences | Department: School of Accountancy | Duration: Two years | Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

A compulsory 180-credit Thesis in Taxation, plus a publishable article, lectures on writing skills and a research proposal approved by the Research Committee of the School of Accountancy.

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Entry requirements

The BCom (Law) and LLB degrees from Stellenbosch University (including completed Taxation electives), or equivalent qualifications approved by Senate, with at least 55% for the Taxation modules in each year of study and a 55% aggregate for the degrees. Registration as Chartered Management Accountant (CIMA) or as Attorney, or an equivalent professional registration. Knowledge of research methodology is required. Selection requires a mini research proposal evaluated by the programme leader and Deputy Director: Research, then presentation to the School admissions committee. CV and proof of professional registration are required.

The application fee is R100 for South African citizens, permanent residents and refugee, asylum seeker and diplomatic status holders, and R400 for international applicants. Stellenbosch Business School applicants pay R1050 for the MBA and R850 for other SBS programmes. Some applicants are exempt; application fees are non-refundable.

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