School Of LawRevenue Law Industry PlacementWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 201007.1
Discipline: LAW
Student Contribution Band: 3
Level: 3
Credit Points: 10
Prerequisite
200019 Revenue Law
Unit Enrolment Restrictions
Students must have completed 200019 Revenue Law at credit level or above. Enrolment in the unit is by invitation only following a call for expressions of interest and a merit selection based on a 500 word submission outlining the student’s interest in the placement and his or her Grade Point Average in the course. Selection will broadly reflect the diversity of applicants. Applicants must also meet any workplace requirements.
About this Unit
This work integrated learning unit builds upon the knowledge base of 200019 Revenue Law to provide industry experience for later year Law students. Students who have successfully completed 200019 Revenue Law with a Credit or above result will be eligible to apply for this industry experience. The placement will consist of a full time four week placement at the Australian Tax Office or other suitable workplace approved by the School of Law. Students will work in various practice areas with an emphasis on technical legal issues and will be supervised by senior staff members. The unit will provide students with practical and real-life work experience and will provide students with an appreciation of the professional responsibilities essential for 21st century legal practitioners.