Taxation

There is one stand-alone module within the 'Taxation' subject area.

Stage

3

Pre-requisites

None

Taxation (stand-alone 15 credit module)(C89TA)

Module aims

  • To provide a knowledge and understanding of the core, ongoing aspects of the UK Taxation system, of the distinctions between income and capital and between direct and indirect taxes.
  • To enable students to apply their knowledge in solving Taxation problems and computing Taxation liabilities.

Module syllabus

  • The UK Tax System and Self Assessment
  • The Income Tax Computation
  • Personal Allowances and Tax Credits
  • Pension Provision and National Insurance
  • Pay As You Earn (PAYE)
  • Introduction to Business Taxation
  • Income from Self-Employment
  • Inroduction to Corporate Tax and Administration
  • An Introduction to Capital Taxes
  • Capital Gains Tax Relief
  • The Principles of VAT
Note: Module titles and contents are subject to change without notice