Airscream,
I've started a Distance learning course for the JAA ATPL with a well known school in Oxford. It's only 2 weeks since I've started the training and find it HEAVY and DIFFICULT, However I keep confidence in myself thinking it's a big push I have to give during a year. I try to study a bare minimum of 15 hours a week ( on top on my 40 Hours at work). I have to had 3-5 hours brush-up time for subject studied the week before as I get a debrief after each frame is finished. I don't know what to expect for the exams yet and have no clue whether I'll be able to achieve a complete pass. I must say I live quiet like a monk with my all life organised around my study time. I don't think I'm over-confident but this stuff must be manageable somewhere ......
All the BEST whatever route you take