At least in the UK, it is definitely not like that. Most IT-related jobs do not mention a degree as requirement, and of those that do, many have an "or equival

At least in the UK, it is definitely not like that. Most IT-related jobs do not mention a degree as requirement, and of those that do, many have an "or equivalent experience" clause. This is how I remember it to be when I was looking for a job 2 years ago, but I also made a quick search for "devops", "senior developer" and similar positions in London through indeed.co.uk just now to confirm it.