You have to decide whats best for you as it depends what path you want to take.
Bear in mind in order for you to work overseas, you must have experience in TYPE. No employer in their right mind would want to employ anyone especially the ones that just passed out with plain license without any type ratings and experience. we're talking at least 5 years or more here. The uncertainty is that EASA is not oblige to issue you a license as your are not an EU subject, having 5 years experience in a non-approved and recognized MRO would be a cause for rejection, which is highly likely!
A degree in aero has got nothing to do with LWTR! They're not even the same or complementing each other for crying out loud! If you want to take license, just take the license, do not mix with this diploma or that degree in aviation/aeronautical and other similar craps that the academic industry is offering..They know nuts.
Taking the license is not an alternative to taking a diploma or degree. This is a specialized professional training and qualifications and should be done as it is intended.
Have a clear mind of the requirements of the system (you don't) then ask yourself if this is what you want to do for a very long time for the rest of your life...
