Which to choose?

[MarckAnthonny]

Hello,

I'm writing in in hope of getting a better understanding of which is a better choice.

Eventually, I want to learn how to fly. And join an airline in the near future. However, I will need advice.

I'm choosing between FLIGHT SCHOOLS and UNIVERSITIES that has a degree in aviation and also a pilot licenses.

Pros of flight school : faster, might be cheaper.

Pros of a university : A degree and a pilot license upon graduation.
Cons : longer duration, expensive.

However, a degree is kinda very important in Southeast Asia. ( it's very competitive when applying for any job )

Therefore, would like to hear your advices! Thank you very much and appreciate it!

[ash_ketchum]

Get a university degree!

University is the best time in your life to discover yourself and explore your options in life. Also, it is a great time to meet many interesting friends and professors to understand more about the world other than aviation.

Plus, like you said, it is competitive in this world, and if you lack a degree you are pretty much heading into the work force on crutches. It also gives you a back up option in case piloting does not work out.

Enjoy your time in uni

[Flying Mechanic]

Do a degree and CPL /IR at the same time, I think university of South Australia offers such a course, and University of New South Wales.

[MarckAnthonny]

Originally Posted by Flying Mechanic

Do a degree and CPL /IR at the same time, I think university of South Australia offers such a course, and University of New South Wales.

Hello there,

Are you also doing the same path? Just wanna know how is it like.

[Flying Mechanic]

No, my path was aircraft engineer-bush pilot- twin engine charter-turboprop - corporate-airline-corporate......no more changes I hope! I think nowadays more companies/airlines require degrees. I work for a corporate company now and several of my work friends are doing distant learning degrees.