Taxation and Accounting (M.A.)
Master's in Taxation and Accounting: Academically Rigorous, Practice-Oriented Education
The curriculum of the master’s program covers the entire spectrum of national tax and accounting regulations, as well as the key aspects of international regulations.
Thanks to its modular structure, students can begin the program in either the winter or summer semester. The master’s program spans three semesters. Lectures are always held on three fixed days each week. On the other two days (Monday/Tuesday), you will have the opportunity to gain practical experience while still enrolled in the program and, if necessary, to begin accumulating the required hours of practical work as a prerequisite for becoming a tax advisor (for this, you need a relevant position in the field of taxes administered by federal or state tax authorities, working at least 16 hours per week).
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| Required Courses (4 SWS/6 ECTS each) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taxes | Accounting | Business Law | ||
| Income Tax Law for Individuals | National Accounting Standards | Business Law | ||
| Taxation Based on Legal Form | Accounting and Taxation of Corporations | |||
| International Tax Law | Consolidated Financial Statements | |||
| Tax Code, Inheritance Tax, Valuation Act | International Accounting | |||
| Value-Added Tax | ||||
| Elective Courses (2 SWS/3 ECTS each)1 | ||||
| Payroll Tax | Trade Tax, Property Tax, and Real Estate Transfer Tax | Contract Law | ||
| Social Security Law | Recent Federal Fiscal Court (BFH) Rulings | Business Valuation | ||
| Professional Law | Sustainability Reporting | Tax Planning | ||
| Digital Law Firm | ||||
| Criminal Tax Law | ||||
1 The selection of elective courses is subject to change.
Abbreviations: SWS = weekly hours per semester, CP = credit point
Is this degree program right for me?
Your perspective afterward
The master program in Taxation and Accounting systematically prepares you to take on complex professional responsibilities in the fields of taxation and accounting. Thanks to the in-depth coverage of the course topics, you’ll be well-positioned to pursue a career in tax consulting and auditing or in the relevant tax and accounting departments of companies.
With the constant changes in tax law and accounting requirements, it never gets boring. The demand for well-trained professionals in the fields of taxation and accounting is extremely high. Our graduates consistently start in interesting positions that give them the opportunity to apply the knowledge they’ve acquired and to advance rapidly in their careers.
FAQ
Students may begin their studies in either the summer or winter semester. The application period for the winter semester runs from May 2 through June 15. Applications for the summer semester may be submitted from November 15 through December 15 (date of receipt). Applications must be submitted exclusively through the Technical University of Applied Sciences Augsburg online portal.
To be eligible to apply for the program, you must have a bachelor’s degree with a grade point average of at least 3.0.
The final grade alone is not the sole criterion for admission. However, it is an essential component of the process for determining program-specific suitability (see admission requirements).
No. A relevant college degree and a solid foundation in tax law and accounting are prerequisites for admission (see the aptitude assessment process).
It is possible to study part-time. In that case, you will study for 6 semesters, attending classes 1–2 days a week.
Students may switch from full-time to part-time or from part-time to full-time once during the course of their studies.
If a student switches from full-time to part-time study, they are reclassified according to the following calculation:
ECTS credits earned in full-time study divided by 15 ECTS (since only 15 ECTS are earned per semester in part-time study) equals the number of academic semesters in part-time study
+ remaining ECTS under the 2/3 rule (2/3 of 15 ECTS, i.e., 10 ECTS): if the remainder is less than 10, no additional academic semester in part-time status; otherwise, one additional academic semester in part-time status
Calculation example:
A student has earned 36 ECTS credits while enrolled full-time
36 ECTS : 15 ECTS = 2, remainder 6 ECTS
6 ECTS < 10 ECTS, so no additional semester of study based on the remainder
Therefore, the student is advanced by 2 semesters, meaning they enter the 3rd academic semester on a part-time basis
Exam results with a grade of 5.0 (failed attempts) from the full-time program are also carried over to the part-time program.
The statement of purpose should clearly explain the personal, academic, scientific, and/or professional reasons that motivated your application. The statement should not exceed one DIN A4 page in length.
The program is taught in German. Individual courses may also be taught in English. No language proficiency certificate is required for applicants with a German-language bachelor’s degree.
International applicants must demonstrate German language proficiency at the C2 level. You can find more information on this in the overview of recognized German language exams.
See the information provided by the Office of Student Affairs. Relevant tables available online can also be helpful for initial guidance.
Yes, in that case you will need to complete what is known as a “supplementary qualification” within your first year of study. As a rule, you must provide proof of an 18-week internship (any practical work you have already completed will be taken into account) and successfully complete the courses in the block week “Practical Seminar I and II” for the International Management program.
No. The time commitment required for the program is incompatible with full-time employment. Classes are held during the day, two to three days a week (Wednesday through Friday).
No, a semester abroad is not currently planned. An individual semester abroad requires coordination with the program director and approval by the examination committee.
No, there is no internship semester scheduled. However, given the fixed weekly lecture schedule (Wednesday–Friday), it is certainly possible—and even encouraged—to engage in practical work alongside your studies.