ADIT Qualification
Please note that, with regard to the ADIT qualification (Advanced Diploma in International Taxation) of the UK Chartered Institute of Taxation (CIOT), students who have written an LLM thesis on a tax law topic may submit this thesis in satisfaction of the ADIT thesis option, subject to approval. Consequently, in order to acquire the ADIT qualification, students then need to pass only two of the three exams, namely Paper 1 and either Paper 2 or 3.
Functions International Tax Law
There is an urgent need for professionals with a thorough understanding of International Tax Law. Therefore, this Advanced Master’s provides for an important specialization.
Our graduates work in:
- Tax advisory and industry
- Tax administration and government (tax authorities)
- Inter-governmental organizations (OECD, United Nations, European Commission and other EU institutions)
You can also choose to pursue an academic career at the university after completing your Master's degree: write a dissertation and get a PhD. As a PhD student, you will conduct research and give lectures.
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Can I acquire an ADIT qualification?
With regard to the ADIT qualification (Advanced Diploma in International Taxation) of the UK Chartered Institute of Taxation (CIOT), students who have written an LLM thesis on a tax law topic may submit this thesis in satisfaction of the ADIT thesis option, subject to approval. Consequently, in order to acquire the ADIT qualification, students then need to pass only two of the three exams, namely Paper 1 and either Paper 2 or 3. More information about the ADIT Qualification.
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Is there an alumni community?
Yes, you can join our International Tax Law Community on LinkedIn.
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Why should I follow this Advanced Master’s?
There is an urgent need for professionals with a thorough understanding of international tax law. Therefore, this Advanced LLM in International Tax Law is an important specialisation. The two main branches of the profession are tax advisory and industry, and the tax administration and government. Other possibilities include the judiciary, inter-governmental organizations such as the OECD, UN, the European Commission and academia. This programme also provides an ideal basis from which to embark on a PhD. An annual job fair is part of the programme.