Sponsorship programmes?
I'm 17 and I have a conditional offer at strathclyde university in Glasgow for aero-mechanical engineering. Ideally I would love to get sponsorship to train for an airline, but having read these forums, that seems to be virtually unachievable with little flying experience.
I am considering taking a year out from university and getting my PPL, as that is the most I will be able to afford with my current work situation. That way when I turn 18 in November I can apply for sponsorship with some experience, if I was accepted I would forget university.
I had also considered going straight to university and applying for sponsorship after finishing the degree, as I have heard that they look favourably towards people with university degrees.
I am posting this to ask for advice, if there is anyone who followed a similar path.
Is applying for sponsorship with a PPL any more beneficial?
Is applying with a degree any more beneficial?
or would I be wasting my time, and just as unlikely to be accepted?
Thanks in advance, would really appreciate some feedback.