Unisa College of Graduate Studies - Online Master of Accounting Sciences (Taxation)
Unisa College of Graduate Studies - Online

Unisa College of Graduate Studies - Online

Master of Accounting Sciences (Taxation)

Online

Master degree

3 up to

4 years

English

Full time

Feb 2026

Distance Learning

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Key Summary

    About : The Master of Accounting Sciences (Taxation) focuses on advanced accounting and taxation concepts. This program is designed to equip students with the skills needed for a successful career in taxation. Students will learn about compliance, tax policy, and planning strategies.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue various career paths, including positions as tax consultants, compliance officers, and accounting managers. Other opportunities may include work in public accounting firms and corporate finance departments, focusing on tax-related issues.

The curriculum consists of a dissertation that incorporates a research proposal to be completed within the first year of study.

Time limits for this degree

A student registered for a 180-credit structured coursework master’s degree must complete the study programme within three years. A student may apply to the supervisor for one additional year of study. The supervisor will consult with the Executive Dean of the College in which the student is registered.

Coursework master's degree

A master's degree by coursework requires a high level of theoretical engagement and intellectual dependence, and a research project culminating in the acceptance of a dissertation of limited scope. The curriculum generally comprises subjects where you are required to write examinations and submit a research proposal module and a mini-dissertation. In most cases, you need to pass at least two modules before you register for the research proposal module. You will only be able to register for the mini-dissertation if you comply with the requirements of the research proposal module.

Please note: Once you have passed all the modules, but fail the research proposal module, you will not be permitted to continue with the qualification.