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Award in Overview of Tax Law

Detailed Information
Starting Date:19 November 2026
Time:17:30 till 20:30hrs
Lecture Days:Thursday
Duration:5 sessions - Part Time
Contact hours:15 of 75 total learning hours
MQF/EQF Level:5
Venue:Online
Delivery Language:English
Trainers:Dr Gabriella Chircop
Price:€275
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Course Objectives

Throughout this unit, students will be introduced to the main pieces of legislation regulating taxation in Malta. Participants will be introduced to a number of basic principles which are commonly applied in many jurisdictions, whilst also analysing the relations and effects of fiscal law on other pieces of legislation.

Due importance will be given to the main laws covering the most important matters relating to tax in Malta, such as income tax, value added tax and other forms of indirect taxation, international taxation etc.

Who should attend?

Anyone interested to understand the Maltese Tax Law, In-house lawyers, practicing lawyers, auditors, accountants, law students and anyone working in the financial industry.

Entry Requirements

2 Advanced level subjects at Grade C or better, and 3 Intermediate level subjects at Grade C or better. 1 of any of these subjects must be Maltese or English

OR

3 Advanced level subjects at Grade C or better

OR

Mature/Adult Learning Student (must be 23 when course starts) subject to an interview by the Head of the Academy.

Mode Of Assessment

Participants must complete 2 out of a choice of 4 assignment titles.

Grading System:
A+: 100-95

A: 80-94

B+: 75-79

B: 70-74

C+: 65-69

C: 55-64

D+: 50-54

Pass Rate:
To successfully complete the study programme, a minimum total weighted score of 50 or above must be attained in the assessment methods.

Learning Outcomes

At the end of the study programme the learner will have been exposed to the following:

  1. The basic principles and features of Maltese and international tax law;
  2. A wide knowledge of the various facets of existing tax law;
  3. A practical look at the application of such laws in practice;
  4. A basic look at the interplay between taxation and human rights;
  5. Remedies available in the case of tax issues;
  6. Authorities related to and responsible for fiscal administration and related issues;
  7. The issues of cross-border taxation and agreements or accords between states to minimise and eradicate such issues.
Accreditations
The Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA) deems this Award to fall under the accreditation category of Further Education Programme and to be at Level 5 in the Malta Qualifications Framework and the European Qualifications Framework for lifelong learning.15 hours Core
Employers can get their money back through
Employers applying for the IIS Scheme under the 2nd Call will be eligible to receive a subsidy of €25.85 per trainee per hour in the case of training costs
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Detailed Time Table

1. Introduction to Taxation – Tax Law Fundamentals – 19 November 2026

2. Fundamentals of Maltese Income Tax Law & Stamp Duty – 26 November 2026

3. International Tax Law – 3 December 2026

4. EU Law Impact on Maltese Tax Law – 10 December 2026

5. Principles of VAT – 17 December 2026

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