Education: What A Levels and Degree (if any)?!(Apr '09)
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You don't need it but it would be very helpful however what I will say is that if you are expecting an A in History or a D in Physics then obviously History would be a better idea.
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Hello all,
I am currently 17 (18 in about 2 weeks) and have already done 2 years of AS levels, one year at Twyford C of E high school (failed that year) and tried again this year at Uxbridge college (at the moment going quite well). I've chosen Physics, Maths and ICT for AS and A2. In my january exams in Uxbridge, I got a CCA (A being ICT). I think/hope I have got anything about a C in the summer exams that I've done so I can go onto A2. My GCSE grades are also good with 5 B's in important subjects (including Geography) and C's in other uniportant subjects.
What we have started doing is applying for University. I at the moment have Kingston and Brunel on my list of potential universities I want to go to, but I still have to find a definite list on the web of universities which do Pilot studies which includes getting a ATPL.
What I need to know (as well as the above) Is the Kingston university course a good one and if I don't pass my A2, will I still be able to apply or have any other educational route to get into a pilot studies course?
I am intending to follow my dream whatever happens, but it will be easier (and cheaper) If I do go to university to persue it.
Thanks
I am currently 17 (18 in about 2 weeks) and have already done 2 years of AS levels, one year at Twyford C of E high school (failed that year) and tried again this year at Uxbridge college (at the moment going quite well). I've chosen Physics, Maths and ICT for AS and A2. In my january exams in Uxbridge, I got a CCA (A being ICT). I think/hope I have got anything about a C in the summer exams that I've done so I can go onto A2. My GCSE grades are also good with 5 B's in important subjects (including Geography) and C's in other uniportant subjects.
What we have started doing is applying for University. I at the moment have Kingston and Brunel on my list of potential universities I want to go to, but I still have to find a definite list on the web of universities which do Pilot studies which includes getting a ATPL.
What I need to know (as well as the above) Is the Kingston university course a good one and if I don't pass my A2, will I still be able to apply or have any other educational route to get into a pilot studies course?
I am intending to follow my dream whatever happens, but it will be easier (and cheaper) If I do go to university to persue it.
Thanks
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I am stuck.
Guys, I have already got 2 A Levels at grade A. I am awaiting results for 2 more, due this August. I am hoping to get AAAC overall in Maths, Further Maths, Geography and Physics, respectively.
I simply am stuck with what to do next. I have a result pending to work for Air Traffic Control with NATS, and an interview booked to work for a cruise liner, as a navigation officer.
With my hopefully strong 4 A Levels in respected subjects, I was wondering if it would be better for me to simply go into clearing, and see what courses are available, such as the Leeds course which seems rather good. If you did that as well as the UAS, you would be laughing with probably over 80 hours logged flying time.
I am a bit stuck at the moment with my options running short. I had applied for Maths, but to be honest dont really want to follow this since all I want to become, is a pilot...
Advice?
I simply am stuck with what to do next. I have a result pending to work for Air Traffic Control with NATS, and an interview booked to work for a cruise liner, as a navigation officer.
With my hopefully strong 4 A Levels in respected subjects, I was wondering if it would be better for me to simply go into clearing, and see what courses are available, such as the Leeds course which seems rather good. If you did that as well as the UAS, you would be laughing with probably over 80 hours logged flying time.
I am a bit stuck at the moment with my options running short. I had applied for Maths, but to be honest dont really want to follow this since all I want to become, is a pilot...
Advice?
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hi guys, i have just started college, and i was wondering if physics a-level is a requirement to become a commercial pilot? i am already taking maths, and didn't know if physics was necessary (i have a physics gcse grade A)
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It is quite interesting to read the posts from when this thread was started (April 2001), and how the attitude to degrees, and their importance has changed.
As an 17 year old in second year of A-level studies, I feel i should be going to uni, however, i see it as an unecessary debt and would only be lengthening the time between now and my goal (airline pilot).
What are the current views on Degrees? Are they necessary, or would A-Levels get me where I need alone? I currently have my AS levels: Maths (A), Physics (B), Psychology (B).
As an 17 year old in second year of A-level studies, I feel i should be going to uni, however, i see it as an unecessary debt and would only be lengthening the time between now and my goal (airline pilot).
What are the current views on Degrees? Are they necessary, or would A-Levels get me where I need alone? I currently have my AS levels: Maths (A), Physics (B), Psychology (B).
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HI ,same situation as you,if i were you GO TO UNI!!!!!
In this economic climate,espicially the airline industry
Reason why = there are no jobs out there for us wannabes at the given time and moment ,just go to uni and enjoy uni life and thus you are more employable to variouse employers and older and maturer/
thats just my opinion.
(sorry about the spelling mistakes im realllly tired)
In this economic climate,espicially the airline industry
Reason why = there are no jobs out there for us wannabes at the given time and moment ,just go to uni and enjoy uni life and thus you are more employable to variouse employers and older and maturer/
thats just my opinion.
(sorry about the spelling mistakes im realllly tired)
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i'm 15, and i want to go on to do a degree in aeronautical engineering while learning how to fly, and not just because i have to. i was wondering which universities are good for the course i want to do. obviously, i have researched this myself as well, but i was hoping i could get some feedback from someone else. thanks
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How much does it Cost to go to uni in the uk, anyway? I live in Sweden and I want to study aeronautical engineering but there are no courses here. So I have to move abroad and the UK is my first option. So how expensive is it for a foreign student with housing and everything? I believe this Will be another fine amount that I have to pay back on top of the cost for flight training.
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Trafford College ::
Have a look at the link attached .
This is a course that's offered that is excellent preparation for Pilot training. See if you can find something nearer to home. ( Though I'd had local councils pay for students living accomodation to move to Manchester as the course wasn't available near them.)
The course doesn't cost anything for someone under 19 - Its the equivilent to 3 A levels.
And to the sceptics out there . No I'm not trying to sel anything. I don't need to I'm one of the few good guys. We don't need to overtly advertise or charge . We are always over subscribed. We are the best at what we do . Just trying to offer help and advice.
Have a look at the link attached .
This is a course that's offered that is excellent preparation for Pilot training. See if you can find something nearer to home. ( Though I'd had local councils pay for students living accomodation to move to Manchester as the course wasn't available near them.)
The course doesn't cost anything for someone under 19 - Its the equivilent to 3 A levels.
And to the sceptics out there . No I'm not trying to sel anything. I don't need to I'm one of the few good guys. We don't need to overtly advertise or charge . We are always over subscribed. We are the best at what we do . Just trying to offer help and advice.
