London girl – thanks for your replies, you are going about things in a well considered way. My concern is with the 18, 19, 20 year olds you mentioned. Taking a 60k loan for anything without knowing how it will be repaid is insane, particularly as more money is required after graduation to remain current etc. It is obvious to me that these people are stepping into a potential financial disaster.
I know it is just business for the training providers but it is sad they are so willing to take advantage of young people in what should be a responsible and well regulated industry.