Did my 'A' licence as self study, including LBP and passed too. I had motivation, but also a family too! But let's face it, if it was that easy then everyone involved in aviation maintenance would have at lest one ticket. Raffles, who did you get a job with when you left HM Flying club? I have heard of some horendous tails of people leaving the mob and finding it difficult to settle. Who knows, when this new regime in the military takes hold, people may find it easier to settle into a proper job.
But back to the point in hand, I have heard from colleagues who have taken modules 20 & 21 that it is not easy. I too have to do it this year, but seeing what OATS at Kidlington are charging, I expect it will be good old self study again. But I have a secret weapon; my lad is doing GCSE Electronic Porducts this year. I am sure he will be able to help me over the tricky bits!