Hi
You sound like a good kid, and someone who'll do well. Listen to scroggs and others like him, who give sound advice.
I tried the civil route and got my fingers burned. But you do have youth on your side so things could get better. My best advice is don't let anyone sell you a dream i.e. be very wary of anyone who tells you that parting with £60K+ of borrowed money will land you a secure future.
All the best