Id say as this scheme is only offering a few places they have can afford to have a higher entry requirement? The company at the end of the day is looking for keen youngsters who are probably going to join the company for life. How many CTC placements can boast of joining a carrier they will see out a career with?
CTC is in the training business. They are not an airline. They also have their own selection criteria which fits in with their needs.
Historically Britannia/Tfly have been ONE of THE companies to work for with variety and terms and conditions etc.
You take your chances, just like you will with CTC.
Good luck.
MAX
Edited to add that 'yes' CTC have placements in Britannia but I dont think they are the ab initio sheme pilots. Also, I am in recruitment mode to boost my seniority.
