My apologies, Oxford Blue, for including OATS, but my question was not rhetorical, I am genuinely looking for an answer which you have, from OATS's point of view, given. I really don't know if Oxford do push people to integrated, as they never replied to my phone calls or messages when I was looking at courses. I also wanted to avoid specifically targeting one provider, and since I hear rumour that Jerez no longer offer modular (is this correct?) this rather leaves Cabair. There are people here who have obviously been in touch with one of the "big 3" and have ruled out modular courses. I really am curious as to why, and thought these contributors may be able to tell me. Perhaps you of all people here should be able to point out the advantages of integrated courses.
To the topic at hand
I agree with WWW on this. My advice would always be to chose a variety of FTOs in areas you would not mind staying a while and visit each. You will be paying a lot of money, and must be sure that you will be happy with the course. You must be in the right atmosphere, be happy that you will be supported when it gets bloody miserable about half way through the second phase of groundschool and after recent events that your money is secure (if they insist on money up front, some don't).
You certainly cannot go on results alone. Some FTOs have nearly all students sponsored. These have passed highly competitive tests to attain their place at the school.
In terms of gaining employment, that is up to you. If you are right for the airline and can get noticed, they will pick you up. If not, you will have to work up from real flying towards the jet job.