Thanks for the quick replies! For some reason I just assumed that I'd be competing with others for a place on the course.. I suppose I'll have to scrap my plans to sabotage the other applicants' interviews!
Watch_the_birdie- very interesting to hear your thoughts about degrees- I certainly feel a lot better about being degreeless! In an age where you need an NVQ just to blow your nose, the NATS recruitment process is rather refreshing!
Also.. Do most people get through first time? I have read on here that some people got through on their 2nd or 3rd attempt, is that relatively rare? For example, on an average course, what percentage would have got in first time, what percentage got in second time etc..
I've got my stage 2 coming up and have found all the information on here very useful- thanks to everyone who has contributed.