Anthony,
Don't be too disheartened. You are making a good choice. Now that you have decided to go to Uni, consider going to one that hosts a University Air Squadron. These are run by the RAF and require a high level of dedication from the student, but in return you get to fly some excellent aircraft and get a PPL! The training is second to none.
Kill two birds with one stone:
http://www.cranwell.raf.mod.uk/eft/UAS.HTM