My general feeling when visiting OATS as a potential self-funding student several months ago was one of a 'second rate citizen' amongst the vast numbers of Airline Cadets. If I were to sign up now, it would cost me another 6K to become a 'third rate' trainee..........er, no thanks Oxford!
I'll save a few grand and go elsewhere, where the sun shines, and I have no worries about finding money for a roof over my head, and food in my belly!
Why is everyone so desperate to go straight from a seneca into a 747? Chill out a little, after your ATPL's spend a few quid on a QFI ticket instead (not the most appealing job to some, myself included, but there are plenty of jobs out there), and get some real flying experience.
Or go to the states and get some cheap Twin-Time. Perhapse most importantly, get to know people!
After all, how many University students graduate into a £60k per year job?....not many! Take it one step at a time and one day you will arrive.
