I wasn't quite sure which way G-HIGH was going to go when I started to read his post and, having read it, I'm still not certain!. .No Comment, there is no bar on non-degree qualified pilots in commercial aviation in UK. Many, if not most, of the pilots in this country over 40 years old do not have a degree - although most will have A-levels.. .The studies for ATPL need mental stamina rather than brilliance, and there's no reason why you shouldn't pass given enough work. It's up to you to decide whether in fact you are 'thick' or that you're as intelligent as the next guy but didn't prove that academically. You will need to brush up on your maths though, but ATPL maths is no more than GCSE level.. .The reason we encourage Wannabes to get degrees is to give them something to fall back on should flying not work out. I assume your 4 years in industry has given you a skill you could go back to? If so, then what reason have you for not trying aviation, if it's really what you want to do? You will not be looked down upon at interview, believe me.. .I think High was roughly saying the same thing!
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