MCSD Self Study?

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I'm now thinking of doing the MCSD certification myself.

How do I find out what material to cover, and books I need?

Theres information here http://www.microsoft.com/learning/mcp/mcsd/requirementsdotnet.mspx

Each exam fees are about £100, and books would cost me around £100 for each exam (books on the above website). so thats 7 exams so £1400 in total.

This got me thinking, the training company I talked to will provide ECDL, CompTIA A+ and N+, and MCSA as well as MCSD certifications for £3200.

Baring in mind I have a degree do I really need the other certifications?

I'm sooo confused