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Old 19th Apr 2011, 00:05
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NeilRyan
 
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Ask yourselves:

"Do I want to be a pilot or have a degree?"

If you want to be a pilot then I'd personally say do a Modular or Integrated Course. Having a degree might sound pleasing. But at the end of the day when you go out looking for a job, the first thing an airline company will look at is your logbook not your degree.

But if you still like a degree and also wants to become a pilot. Just be aware that the Kingston Course might drag a little bit, as one of our instructors say "a university course is one years worth of work crammed into three". Saying that though, the amount of work can get pretty hectic at times, as you can imagine it is still a university course after all. If you like to take it at a slow pace and live the student life, then this course should suit you.

There are plenty of accommodations around the area. Bear in mind that the school is located in an airport so you might have to walk or cycle a bit to get there. Typical double rooms cost around £350. Check gumtree or sparerooms for accommodations.
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