Adam02 as you have already discovered LOADS of threads on this.
However, IMHO you should go off to Queens (excellent Uni) and gain your degree in ME. A good degree always opens doors and allows you to keep options open. Queens might even have access to a UAS. Even if they don't you can get your PPL at standard cost & minimum risk.
Once you have your degree and some work experience you shall still only be mid 20s, plenty of time to start your aviation career if you wish and at much less risk as you now have a fall-back position if the aviation market turns sour.
Going off on Plan B in the current market is HIGH RISK.
You do not want to be a 22 year old with no degree, no quality work experience, at least £70k in debt and no flying job either.
To anybody thinking of a career as a commercial pilot I strongly urge you to have a back-up plan.