thank your the advice boardpig, what you sat does make sence. I have worked real hard up to this point, a few atpl subject will not be as difficult as some of the other stuff i'v had to do for uni.
Triathlon,as boardpig has pointedout, you obviously have not been through the diciplines of a degree (vet or otherwise) to realise the hard work, commitment and determination required, not to mention the vast pool of knowledge that opens up to you - including management styles and CRM, which are both DEFINATELY what a skipper is required to be porficient on!!
Also mate, you should read the job requirements you are applying for a little bit more carefully in the future. Try the bit where it says "Having a degree is preferred".
FYI - i have studied aviation not vet