One argument that everyone seems to forget when sledging the value of degrees...
We all know that QF, SQ, CX and KA don't 'require'a degree, only a pass in year 12 maths, english and physics (or equialent). The recrutiment info of QF also states that all that is required is a mere 500 hours in command to be employed.
How many pilots are getting employed with this bare minimum? Very few if any. But when it comes to education many seem to think that having the 'bare minimum' is fine and all that is necessary.
Just my 2 cents worth, but an aspiring professional pilot needs to look at the big picture of oppurtunities and resources available to them...