Is it possible to study the theory, maybe as distance learning, all at once, first thing, and then just do all the flying together, or is there a structured route which should be followed? For example, i've never flown, but could i do my theory, then start from a PPL once my theory is complete? I imagine there will be PPL theory, then the CPL groundschool once i start that training, but it's worth an ask.
Also, i'm a little uncertain on this - if i do my PPL abroad, is a PPL the same everywhere, or would it need to be converted if, say, i did it in the USA?
On an integrated course, is the groundschool taught in classrooms, or is it just like distance learning except there are peope nearby anytime you need help?