Betty girl.
I answer to your question - no, and I know that I would not be able to get by on that amount.
It is undeniably a fairly meagre amount, however it will be topped up by numerous extra payments.
The term sob story was not directed at you personally and I apologise if that is how it came over. However, you should look at the bigger picture.
£11000 + this + that + whatever = significantly more than many people are earning.
I am 100% sure that many young people will see it as a very attractive package, I am also 100% sure that BA no longer want a huge department of career cc - you simply cost too much - and will be very happy when these same people move on after a few years