Which ATPL Ground School?
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Would have to recommend Oxford - just received my Jar results for the first 7 ATPL exams I've studied in 13 weeks - 96% pass overall. Our class average was 93 or 94% so good all round!!
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If you want my opinion, not sure you do 
, Find schools near to you, (ones you could travel to each day assuming you don't want to add the cost of accommodation) go take a look get to know the people who work there and choose one YOU like, when push comes to shove the exam is down to you, so its far better for you to get the instructing in an institute you'll be happy with.
Most of the GS mentioned in this thread are good. Personally I'd choose AFT, www.flyaft.com , but it's because i know how good the product is first hand. and thats what everyone will tell you, the school they went to, or their friend went to.
You need to visit, talk to and get to know each school you're considering. Its the only way to really go about it.
, Find schools near to you, (ones you could travel to each day assuming you don't want to add the cost of accommodation) go take a look get to know the people who work there and choose one YOU like, when push comes to shove the exam is down to you, so its far better for you to get the instructing in an institute you'll be happy with.Most of the GS mentioned in this thread are good. Personally I'd choose AFT, www.flyaft.com , but it's because i know how good the product is first hand. and thats what everyone will tell you, the school they went to, or their friend went to.
You need to visit, talk to and get to know each school you're considering. Its the only way to really go about it.
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I'm a bit confused about the structure of the DL courses for each school.
Bristol and Oxford divide the 14 subjects into two modules and have a two week revision course after each module followed by exams. Cranfield divide it up into three modules and have a one week revision course after each module followed by exams.
Is there a difference in the quality between the two structures?
Personally, I would prefer Cranfield as there is less content to revise for each block of exams and it would also be easier for me to take time off work too.
Bristol and Oxford divide the 14 subjects into two modules and have a two week revision course after each module followed by exams. Cranfield divide it up into three modules and have a one week revision course after each module followed by exams.
Is there a difference in the quality between the two structures?
Personally, I would prefer Cranfield as there is less content to revise for each block of exams and it would also be easier for me to take time off work too.
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Hi BigAl
I actually attended the full time ATPL groundschool at BCFT and although not exactly what you're looking at, found the quality of instruction and facilities top rate. I know of several peeple who completed their studies via BCFT's DL course and they were equally impressed at how the course was structured, all passing most if not every exam at the first attempt with high overall average grades. Please PM me if you'd like some more inside info.
GD.
I actually attended the full time ATPL groundschool at BCFT and although not exactly what you're looking at, found the quality of instruction and facilities top rate. I know of several peeple who completed their studies via BCFT's DL course and they were equally impressed at how the course was structured, all passing most if not every exam at the first attempt with high overall average grades. Please PM me if you'd like some more inside info.
GD.
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London Met
Brian,
Have you considerder London Met, they have a course starting on March 13th, i have just signed up, I have heard good reorts from past students.
If you need more info let me know.
B regards
Dan
Have you considerder London Met, they have a course starting on March 13th, i have just signed up, I have heard good reorts from past students.
If you need more info let me know.
B regards
Dan
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Cabair ATPL Vs OAT ATPL Theory
Dear all
I am planning to either enter onto the ATPL theory in cabair next week or go onto the course in Oxford on the 25th, though there is a big price difference. But i'm just looking on the quality of the teaching, notes and pass rates. I would also like to hear the opinions of current students.
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Brian304
I am planning to either enter onto the ATPL theory in cabair next week or go onto the course in Oxford on the 25th, though there is a big price difference. But i'm just looking on the quality of the teaching, notes and pass rates. I would also like to hear the opinions of current students.
Regards
Brian304
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Hello Brian,
If your talking about Cabair Modular ATPL theory in house vs OATs ATPL theory in house, the Cabair course is £2600 while the OAT course is £4100. EPTA (Cabair Bournemouth) have a great reputation and so do OAT. At the end of the day whether you goto Cabair or Oxford, it still requires your effort to pass. Both schools have great instructors and good notes so you wont be hard done by either of them tbh.
I start the ATPL theory with Cabair on their April course...
If your talking about Cabair Modular ATPL theory in house vs OATs ATPL theory in house, the Cabair course is £2600 while the OAT course is £4100. EPTA (Cabair Bournemouth) have a great reputation and so do OAT. At the end of the day whether you goto Cabair or Oxford, it still requires your effort to pass. Both schools have great instructors and good notes so you wont be hard done by either of them tbh.
I start the ATPL theory with Cabair on their April course...
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The old Cabair, OAT debate. I am very much interested in this one as me and two others are looking at going to either one in January next year for the full time ground school. Would not be staying in halls at OAT...probably look for a furnished flat or house. Pros and cons of both would be great.
Cheers,
Alex
Cheers,
Alex
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Honestly guys...OAT,CabAir, Bristol etc etc...they're all very reputable. I'm with OAT and yes I have discovered *some* differences in how they go about Distance Learning compared to BGS (mate of mine is with BGS and have seen the material etc)..but at the end of the day is down to you (as wbryce says) you will not be disadvataged choosing any one of the reputables over another, and you are by far the biggest variable determining success/failure..dont get hung up on school selection - just avoid paying more than you need to, sign up, and get crackin'!!!
sorry for the pseudo lecture! - just putting fwd my tuppence. I started to analyse the choices before signing up and have concluded it was waste of valuable time.
sorry for the pseudo lecture! - just putting fwd my tuppence. I started to analyse the choices before signing up and have concluded it was waste of valuable time.
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A good point to take into consideration though is you pay the course fees, you still have to pay your examination fees at £60 per paper...which is atleast £840 for first attempt on all papers.
You have living/accomodation fees for 6-8 months which can cost just the same as the course itself, the house i'm looking to rent a room in costs £360pm plus an extra £200 for my own food/living etc...totaling to £2520 over 7 months, so by using my example then my additional costs at base line are £3360.
Let us know what you decide.
You have living/accomodation fees for 6-8 months which can cost just the same as the course itself, the house i'm looking to rent a room in costs £360pm plus an extra £200 for my own food/living etc...totaling to £2520 over 7 months, so by using my example then my additional costs at base line are £3360.
Let us know what you decide.
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Well i've decided on cabair as its only £2250 which I think is quite good, plus I did my PPL with them, so by staying with one school on my opinion is an advantage. Also the accomodation is £100 a week plus food, thats in some kind of furnished house. Then plus the £60 each CAA test = £840. Which leads to £5890 (excluding food and variables), which I think is an ok price in comparison to OAT. Afterall it is just a school afterall, you still all just come out with an ATPL.
Thanks anyway everyone
Brian304
Thanks anyway everyone
Brian304
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Hi
Whichever school is chosen is upto financial contrictions and personal choice. I know that the MAJORITY of students at the integrated schools use BGS online for revision. I think this is £50 for 3 months and gives you access to their database. Since this came out i have seen the marks rise up that extra notch so most people now are averaging high 90's.
A friend of mine recently averaged 99.7% in Phase 2 of groundschool so that formula must be working!
Anyway whatever suits your circumstances best
adj
Whichever school is chosen is upto financial contrictions and personal choice. I know that the MAJORITY of students at the integrated schools use BGS online for revision. I think this is £50 for 3 months and gives you access to their database. Since this came out i have seen the marks rise up that extra notch so most people now are averaging high 90's.
A friend of mine recently averaged 99.7% in Phase 2 of groundschool so that formula must be working!
Anyway whatever suits your circumstances best
adj
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Hi, I'm a new forum member so bear with me as I am exploring a career in flying. The ATPL exams seem to me to be the biggest hurdle to overcome so is it possible to get CAA past papers? I know others are available but there is no substitute for the real thing. Secondly, how many questions does each exam contain and how long do you have to complete it. A very happy Easter to all - Greg
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Can anyone explain how the distance study goes? DO you have any contact and feedback from any instructor (online maybe)?
Or do you just get the material and then you have to figure it out all by yourself?
Can anyone recommend any ATPL ground school in Spain? I would really need some good tutoring lessons.
Any advice?
Or do you just get the material and then you have to figure it out all by yourself?
Can anyone recommend any ATPL ground school in Spain? I would really need some good tutoring lessons.
Any advice?
