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Write a letter to the Information Officer at the TAPE Information Office about the Tertiary Preparation Certificate. In your letter: - ask for information about the certificate - describe your educational background - explain why you want to do the course

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Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to request some information regarding your Tertiary Preparation Certificate programme which I am planning to pursue this term. I am hoping you would provide the necessary details so that I can intake the course.
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Dear Sir or Madam, I would like some information about the Tertiary Preparation Certificate programme that I am planning to intake this summer. Your institution was recommended to me by a colleague and I am hoping you would send me the necessary information so that I can get admitted to this course.
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Request·Education

You have a full time job and are also doing a part time evening course. You now find that you can not continue the course. Write a letter to your tutor. In your letter:- describe the situation- explain why you cannot continue at this time- say what action you would like to take

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Write a letter to the Information Officer at the TAPE Information Office about the Tertiary Preparation Certificate. In your letter: - ask for information about the certificate - describe your educational background - explain why you want to do the course

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