International Taxation and Law, B.A.

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Rhine Waal University of Applied Sciences

Program Overview

Our International Taxation and Law, B.A. at Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences is a fully English-taught program that dives deep into global tax strategies, blending business smarts with legal expertise to prep you for high-demand roles in international firms, consultancies, or tax authorities. It's ideal if you're excited about how taxes shape multinational businesses, love solving cross-border puzzles, and want hands-on projects, excursions, and even a semester abroad to build a standout global network.

Curriculum Structure
Years 1-1.5 (Semesters 1-3): You'll kick off with a solid foundation in the essentials, starting with Introduction to Business Administration & Economics to grasp how companies run, alongside Basics of German and International Tax Law and Accounting (covering bookkeeping, DATEV software, IFRS, and financial analysis). Courses like Corporate Taxation & VAT and Transfer Pricing & Double Taxation Agreements get you tackling real-world tax scenarios early, building skills to analyze economic and legal angles right from day one. It's all about creating a strong base so you can confidently navigate business and tax basics.

Years 2-2.5 (Semesters 4-5): Here, you specialize in international taxation with modules like International Tax Planning, International Tax Policy, and European Tax Law & Anti-Avoidance Legislation, learning to craft strategies for global companies while exploring digitalization and sustainability impacts. You'll dive into Contract Law, Public Finance, and projects such as Project in International Taxation, applying theory to complex cases in tax compliance and planning. This phase sharpens your ability to spot opportunities and risks in cross-border deals.

Year 3 (Semesters 6-7): Semester 6 offers flexibility with a practical internship at tax firms or companies, or a study abroad at partner universities, letting you gain real-world experience in international tax strategies. Wrapping up in Semester 7, you'll tackle Digital Skills in Taxation, a Comprehensive Case Study, plus your Bachelor Thesis and Colloquium, synthesizing everything into professional-level expertise.

Focus areas: International tax planning, transfer pricing, European tax law, anti-avoidance rules, double taxation treaties, corporate taxation, VAT, public finance, and sustainability in taxation.

Learning outcomes: You'll analyze tax issues from economic and legal views, solve real-world international cases, apply software like DATEV for compliance, and develop strategies for corporate planning and consulting—ready to excel in global tax environments.

Professional alignment (accreditation): The program follows official Examination Regulations (e.g., 2025 edition), accredited as a Bachelor of Arts by Rhine-Waal University, with strong ties to practice via internships and partners like Henkel for transfer pricing projects.

Reputation (employability rankings): Graduates land roles in management consulting, foreign tax authorities, and as transfer pricing experts; many advance to tax consultant exams or Master's programs worldwide, backed by the university's practical focus and international partnerships.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences' Kleve campus, our International Taxation and Law, B.A. program dives deep into hands-on learning right from the start, so you're not just studying theory—you're building real-world skills in tax law, accounting, and international business strategies. You'll work with cutting-edge tools like DATEV software for bookkeeping and financial analysis, tackle practical case studies and group projects on topics like transfer pricing and anti-avoidance legislation, and get plenty of chances to apply what you learn in real settings. This all happens in our modern facilities tailored for taxation and law students, including a dedicated laboratory, state-of-the-art classrooms, and an extensive specialist library collection.

Here's how our experiential learning ramps up your expertise:
- Specific software training: Hands-on with DATEV for bookkeeping, plus IFRS standards and financial statement analysis in accounting modules.
- Group projects: Dedicated "Project in International Taxation" modules where you collaborate on solving cross-border tax cases, international tax planning, and real-world scenarios in corporate consultancy.
- Internships: A mandatory 8-week preparatory internship (by 4th semester), plus a full 20-week internship option in the 6th semester at companies or tax firms—or swap it for study abroad at partner universities.
- Field trips and excursions: Multi-day visits during reading weeks to top companies like Henkel Group headquarters and economic centers, giving you insider views of global tax operations.
- Dedicated facilities: A Taxation and Law-specific laboratory, plus campus-wide university library with specialist publications, language centre for your international edge, and modern classrooms.

Progression & Future Opportunities

At Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences' Kleve campus, our International Taxation and Law, B.A. program dives deep into hands-on learning right from the start, building your practical skills through real-world tax scenarios, software training, and industry exposure. You'll work with tools like DATEV for bookkeeping and financial analysis, tackle application-based case studies, and join excursions to top companies during reading weeks—all in state-of-the-art classrooms, a dedicated Taxation and Law laboratory, and a specialist library stocked with the latest publications. This setup ensures you're not just learning theory but applying it like a pro in international tax consulting or corporate roles.

Here's how our experiential learning ramps up your expertise:
- Software and digital tools training: Master DATEV for bookkeeping, plus IFRS standards and applied taxation software in modules like Basics of Methods, giving you industry-standard skills from semester one.
- Group projects and case studies: Dive into "Project in International Taxation" modules where you'll analyze cross-border tax issues, transfer pricing, and anti-avoidance strategies in teams, solving real corporate cases.
- Mandatory internships: Complete an 8-week preparatory placement by your 4th semester, plus a full 20-week internship or study abroad in semester 6 at companies, tax firms, or partner universities worldwide.
- Excursions and field trips: Join multi-day trips during winter semester reading weeks to leading companies and economic hubs, connecting classroom knowledge to global business operations.
- Dedicated facilities: Use the program-specific Taxation and Law lab, extensive specialist library, modern classrooms, language centre, and canteen—all tailored for practical, interdisciplinary work on campus Kleve.