Study Options
Face-to-face mode
Distance mode
Aligning with CA Program
Applied Tax is completed across one Study Period and runs for approximately 20 weeks. However course schedules do vary and may be offered in an intensive format. You should always check the schedule for current course offerings.
Candidates can choose to study Applied Tax by attending face-to-face lectures or by distance study.
Face-to-face mode
Lectures are currently offered in the following mainland capital cities held at CBD venues:
- Adelaide (4pm-7pm)
- Brisbane (4pm-7pm)
- Launceston (9am-5pm - intensive mode)
- Melbourne (4pm-7pm)
- Perth (4pm-7pm)
- Sydney (5pm-8pm)
Lectures are scheduled fortnightly and typically held on Tuesdays at the above times. You should refer to the current schedule for confirmation of lecture dates and timing in your state.
Regional face-to-face courses are also scheduled on a demand basis and are currently offered in:
- Geelong
- Gold Coast
- Launceston.
These lectures may be scheduled as full-day intensive lectures, held once per month (four lectures in total). The location for regional studies is organised by your local state office. Refer to the schedule for confirmation of regional offerings. If you are aware of a demand for a regional course in your local area, please contact your state office.
Note: Face-to-face offerings are subject to minimum numbers.
Distance mode
This mode of learning substitutes lectures with group web/teleconference tutorials, placing emphasis on self-study through comprehensive learning materials and increased communication with the Course Convenor and Tutorial Leader.
You will be provided with module guides to work through and if you have any tax technical questions you can email them to the Course Convenor. Similarly if you have any difficulties with learning activities or any other difficulties, you have the opportunity to get assistance during scheduled web/teleconference sessions where a tutor will be on the call.
Aligning with CA Program
Many candidates choose to align their Applied Tax studies with the CA Program. We have suggested pathways to fit our Applied Tax course with the CA Program*.
Commencing CA Program 2011
Study Foundation Tax (FDNTAX) and Applied Tax (APPTAX) with your CA Program:
Pathway 1:
Feb 2011; Jun 2011; Sep 2011; Jan 2012; Jun 2012; Dec 2012
FDNTAX > AAA211 > MAA311 > APPTAX > FIN212 > EBA312
This pathway permits you to complete Foundation Tax in your first year of study and Applied Tax in your second year.
Pathway 2:
Feb 2011; Jun 2011; Feb 2012; Jun 2012; Dec 2012
FDNTAX & MAA111 > APPTAX> AAA112 > FIN212 > EBA312
This pathway permits you to complete Foundation Tax and Applied Tax in your first year of study.
Study Applied Tax with your CA Program:
Pathway 3:
Feb 2011; Sep 2011; Feb 2012; Jun 2012; Dec 2012
APPTAX > FIN311 AAA112 > MAA212> EBA312
This pathway permits you to complete Applied Tax before commencing your other CA Program modules.
Pathway 4:
Feb 2011; Jun 2011; Sept 2011; Jan 2012; Aug 2012
FIN111 > AAA211 > MAA311> APPTAX > EBA212
This pathway permits you to complete Applied Tax in your second year of study.
Pathway 5:
Feb 2011; Jun 2011; Feb 2012; Jun 2012; Dec 2012
MAA111 > APPTAX > AAA112 > FIN212 > EBA312
This pathway permits you to complete Applied Tax in your first year of study.
Completing CA Program 2011
Pathway 1:
Already completed AAA, FIN, MAA of the CA Program
Feb 2011; Aug 2011
APPTAX > EBA211
Pathway 2:
Already completed FIN and MAA of the CA Program
Feb 2011; Jun 2011; Dec 2011
APPTAX > AAA211 > EBA311
Pathway 3:
Already completed AAA, FIN/or MAA of the CA Program
Feb 2011; Sep 2011; Dec 2011
APPTAX > FIN311 / MAA311> EBA311
*Please note this information is current as at 27 October 2010, however schedules may change.
