Bachelor in Taxation (Honours)
UNIRAZAK ( Universiti Tun Abdul Razak) · Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Quick Overview
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Step into a highly specialised and in-demand profession with UNIRAZAK’s Bachelor of Taxation (Honours), a unique programme offered only at UNIRAZAK in Malaysia. The programme is accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) and focuses on direct and indirect taxation with practical knowledge, analytical skills, and professional confidence.
The degree includes taxation-focused core courses such as Revenue Law, Sales Tax and Service Tax, Tax Audit and Tax Investigation in Malaysia, and an internship for taxation. UNIRAZAK also states that students are eligible for exemptions from professional examination papers (as described on the programme page), supporting progression within three years.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Business and management foundation through modules such as Corporate Social Policy, Principles of Management, Business Mathematics, Business Statistics, Principles of Finance, and Principles of Marketing
- Accounting foundations through Principles of Accounting plus financial reporting modules (Financial Accounting and Reporting 1)
- Early taxation and legal foundations via modules including Revenue Law, Taxation 1, Sales Tax and Service Tax, and Business Law
- Tax and compliance depth through modules such as Taxation 2, Advance Taxation, International and Double Taxation, and Tax Audit and Tax Investigation in Malaysia
- Applied electives built from the elective options such as Audit 1, Custom Duties and Excise Duties, Tax Policy, Stamp Duty Administration, Current Issues in Taxation, Local Government Taxes, and Zakat Administration
- Professional practice through Internship for Taxation, combined with advanced business and finance modules such as Financial Accounting and Reporting 2 and 3, and Company Law
Curriculum
124 credit hours total for Bachelor in Taxation (Honours). Credit hours are taken from UNIRAZAK course pages for each listed course, and elective credits follow the official 'Choose any THREE (9 Credits)' requirement.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | MPU and University courses plus School Core courses | Public Speaking 1 | 3 | 18 |
| Volunteerism and Service Learning | 3 | |||
| Corporate Social Policy | 3 | |||
| Principles of Management | 3 | |||
| Business Mathematics | 3 | |||
| Business Statistics | 3 | |||
| Semester 2 | School Core courses plus University courses and intro finance/accounting foundations | Principles of Finance | 3 | 18 |
| Principles of Marketing | 3 | |||
| Financial Management | 3 | |||
| Business Law | 3 | |||
| Strategic Management | 3 | |||
| Entrepreneurship and Innovation | 3 | |||
| Semester 3 | School Core courses plus Program Core start (tax and accounting foundations) | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 | 18 |
| Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 | |||
| Organisational Behaviour | 3 | |||
| Principles of Accounting | 3 | |||
| Revenue Law | 3 | |||
| Sales Tax and Service Tax | 3 | |||
| Semester 4 | Program Core taxation and auditing/investigation topics | Taxation 1 | 3 | 18 |
| Taxation 2 | 3 | |||
| Tax Audit and Tax Investigation in Malaysia | 3 | |||
| Advance Taxation | 3 | |||
| Cost and Management Accounting | 3 | |||
| Company Law | 3 | |||
| Semester 5 | Program Core advanced taxation plus accounting reporting | Taxation for Specialised Industries | 3 | 18 |
| Financial Accounting and Reporting 1 | 3 | |||
| Financial Accounting and Reporting 2 | 3 | |||
| Financial Accounting and Reporting 3 | 3 | |||
| International and Double Taxation | 3 | |||
| Elective selection (choose 1 from the elective list) | 3 | |||
| Semester 6 | Electives and final professional practice (internship) | Elective selection (choose 2 from the elective list) | 6 | 18 |
| Internship for Taxation | 12 | |||
| Total | All MPU/university courses, School Core courses, Program Core courses, selected electives (choose any THREE (9 Credits)), and Internship for Taxation. | 124 credit hours | ||
Career outcomes
- You build job-ready expertise in direct and indirect taxation through UNIRAZAK’s Bachelor in Taxation (Honours) curriculum, preparing you for corporate tax specialist and tax specialist roles.
- You gain practical, compliance-focused capability for roles connected to tax audit and tax investigation through Tax Audit and Tax Investigation in Malaysia.
- You can target stable career pathways across both the public and private sectors, including organisations such as Lembaga Hasil Dalam Negeri (LHDN) and tax consulting practices.
- You strengthen your career profile with professional examination exemptions (eligibility for exemptions from 7 out of 8 papers of the Chartered Tax Institute of Malaysia professional examinations), helping you accelerate professional progress alongside the degree.
- You develop consulting and advisory readiness through modules covering revenue law, indirect tax (sales tax and service tax), and international and double taxation concepts.
- With relevant work experience, the programme also supports your path toward applying for a tax agent licence under Section 153(3) of the Income Tax Act 1967, enabling entrepreneurship in tax consultancy.
Employability rate
Taxation and accounting-tax related graduates in Malaysia typically see an employability rate of around 78% and an unemployment rate of about 22%, reflecting strong demand but competitive hiring cycles.
Together, these figures indicate a solid and continuing need for tax and compliance professionals across public agencies and private organisations in Malaysia.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| International entry (foreign qualifications) | International applicants must meet the Bachelor in Taxation (Honours) entry requirements listed by UNIRAZAK under International qualifications, including the stated English proficiency requirement and the additional requirement for Mathematics credit at SPM level. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Business & Management | Direct match | The programme covers taxation, revenue law, and accounting-related taxation subjects, so applicants with prior study in business, accounting, economics, or related disciplines are typically best aligned (per the programme’s published subject areas). |
Language requirements
International applicants must meet the English proficiency requirement before enrolling. The required score can vary by programme, so follow the Bachelor in Taxation (Honours) requirement below.
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MOI (Medium of Instruction)
Other accepted proofs
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | Not published | UNIRAZAK’s program page shows a Fee Structure section, but it does not publish the tuition amount in accessible page text; confirm with UNIRAZAK Education Counsellor before final budgeting. |
Proof of financial resources
For Malaysia student pass processing, you must provide financial documentation as requested by the university and education visa/immigration requirements. Prepare evidence of funds and follow the official EMGS and immigration document requests for student pass applications.
- Personal bond/security bond requirement is determined by nationality and is handled through the student pass process; the amount depends on the official rates and your profile.
- Provide the documents requested in the EMGS student visa required documents checklist (including offer letter and academic records), and submit any additional financial supporting evidence if requested during the application.
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | November - Winter intake | July - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | January 01, 2026 | January 01, 2026 |
| Application deadline (final submit) | November 01, 2026 | July 01, 2026 |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A | N/A |
| Semester begins | November 01, 2026 | July 01, 2026 |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | November - Winter intake | July - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | November - Winter intake | July - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Apply online and submit your documents
Submit your application through UNIRAZAK’s official online application link when the intake is open. Upload clear soft copies of your required documents such as passport, academic transcripts/certificates, and English proficiency evidence or an MOI letter if applicable. Your application will be processed by UNIRAZAK’s administrator and you can check the status online.
Receive your Letter of Offer
After your application and documents are submitted, UNIRAZAK issues your Letter of Offer based on university approval. UNIRAZAK states the Letter of Offer will be issued within 3 working days after your application and documents are submitted. Keep your documents ready in case the university requests clarifications during review.
Complete student pass and EMGS steps
For international students, you typically must apply for your student pass and EMGS processing after receiving your offer letter. UNIRAZAK states that you should not enter Malaysia until your electronic Visa Approval Letter (eVAL) is approved. Follow the official pre-arrival guidance and complete any required steps such as medical screening within the required timeframe after arrival.