Program Overview

Program Overview

The Master's program in Fiscaal Recht (Fiscal Law) at VU Amsterdam is designed to equip students with in-depth knowledge of tax law, enabling them to specialize in this field. The program is offered in Dutch and is tailored for students who have completed a Bachelor's degree in law or a related field.

Program Structure

The Master's program in Fiscaal Recht consists of 60 credits and can be completed in one year. The program is divided into three specializations: Directe belastingen (Direct Taxation), Indirecte belastingen (Indirect Taxation), and Tax & Technology.

Directe belastingen

This specialization focuses on direct taxation, including corporate tax, income tax, and international tax law. Students will explore topics such as tax avoidance, tax evasion, and the impact of taxation on businesses and individuals.

• Kernvakken (Core courses):
  • Formeel belastingrecht (Formal Tax Law)
  • Inkomstenbelasting niet-winst en loonheffingen (Income Tax Non-Profit and Payroll Tax)
  • Inkomstenbelasting winst (Income Tax Profit)
  • Masterscriptie Fiscaal recht (Master's Thesis in Fiscal Law)
  • Methoden, grondslagen en ethiek (Methods, Principles, and Ethics)
  • Omzetbelasting (Value-Added Tax)
  • Vennootschapsbelasting (Corporate Tax)
• Specifieke vakken (Specialized courses):
  • Internationaal en EU- belastingrecht (International and EU Tax Law)

Indirecte belastingen

This specialization focuses on indirect taxation, including value-added tax, customs duties, and excise duties. Students will explore topics such as tax compliance, tax planning, and the impact of taxation on businesses and individuals.

• Kernvakken (Core courses):
  • Formeel belastingrecht (Formal Tax Law)
  • Inkomstenbelasting winst (Income Tax Profit)
  • Masterscriptie Fiscaal recht (Master's Thesis in Fiscal Law)
  • Methoden, grondslagen en ethiek (Methods, Principles, and Ethics)
  • Omzetbelasting (Value-Added Tax)
  • Vennootschapsbelasting (Corporate Tax)
• Keuzevakken (Elective courses):
  • Capita selecta omzetbelasting (Selected Topics in Value-Added Tax)
  • European Value Added Tax (European Value-Added Tax)
  • Indirecte belastingen en internationale handel (Indirect Taxation and International Trade)
  • Tax Assurance voor indirecte belastingen (Tax Assurance for Indirect Taxation)

Tax & Technology

This specialization focuses on the intersection of tax law and technology, including topics such as tax automation, tax data analytics, and tax compliance in the digital age. Students will explore the impact of technology on tax law and the role of tax professionals in the digital economy.

• Algemene vakken (General courses):
  • Formeel belastingrecht (Formal Tax Law)
  • Inkomstenbelasting winst (Income Tax Profit)
  • Masterscriptie Fiscaal recht (Master's Thesis in Fiscal Law)
  • Methoden, grondslagen en ethiek (Methods, Principles, and Ethics)
  • Omzetbelasting (Value-Added Tax)
  • Vennootschapsbelasting (Corporate Tax)
• Specifieke vakken (Specialized courses):
  • Tax & technology I (Tax and Technology I)
  • Tax & technology II (Tax and Technology II)
  • Transfer pricing (Transfer Pricing)

Career Prospects

Graduates of the Master's program in Fiscaal Recht at VU Amsterdam have excellent career prospects in the field of tax law. They can work as tax consultants, tax advisors, or tax lawyers in private practice, government, or industry. The program is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the tax profession.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for the Master's program in Fiscaal Recht, students must have a Bachelor's degree in law or a related field. The program is taught in Dutch, and students must demonstrate proficiency in the Dutch language.

Conclusion

The Master's program in Fiscaal Recht at VU Amsterdam is a comprehensive and specialized program that equips students with in-depth knowledge of tax law. The program is designed to prepare students for a career in the tax profession and offers excellent career prospects. With its strong focus on practical skills and theoretical knowledge, the program is an excellent choice for students who want to specialize in tax law.