ECON30016 The Economics of Taxation

University of Melbourne · Level 3 · 12.5 points · Not running in 2026.

Is ECON30016 hard?

ECON30016: About average. Not running in 2026, so it isn't on the lists. Makes it harder: Final exam 60%, You must pass the exam on its own. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

Why taxes exist, how tax systems like Australia's work, and what different taxes do to the economy.

After it you can

What you need first

ECON20002

How it’s assessed

Assignments 40%, Final exam 60%

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Quick answers

When is ECON30016 offered?
Not running in 2026.
What do I need before taking ECON30016?
Needs ECON20002.
Does ECON30016 have a final exam?
Yes, the final exam is 60% of the mark. You must pass the exam on its own. Assessment: Assignments 40%, Final exam 60%.
Can I take ECON30016 as breadth?
Yes, for: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Biomedicine, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art), Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science.
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Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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