Having been doing a lot of research into the modular route, I have to say aces low has made some very valid points.
I have worked out the cost of a modular route which includes some structured hour building whilst doing my ATPL's in the UK, and extra multi hours when stateside. Adding on CPL/IR and a good MCC course plus 20% works out around £41k. Thats not including accomodation and living expenses <img src="eek.gif" border="0"> (..and I already have a PPL)
Cabairs integrated course costs £47k....jeez for £51k I can live in sunny spain for a year all inclusive... <img src="cool.gif" border="0">
You can do the modular route cheaper, but personally I feel taking early shortcuts just means more cost at the end through extra training and re-sitting exams - especially flight tests.
The point is if you are doing a course full time , the total cost saving between integrated and modular is not as great as initially expected.
Good luck peeps,
JT8