Question 1

Is PHIL195 hard at Bates?

Accepted Answer

Based on 13 student ratings, PHIL195 is demanding (difficulty 66/100). Grade accessibility is very high (89/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is PHIL195?

Accepted Answer

Students rate the workload as moderate compared with other courses. Hours per week are not reported for this class.

Question 3

What is the grading like in PHIL195?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for PHIL195 is rated 89/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 67%, B: 22%, C: 11%. The course is assessed primarily through exam-heavy methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for PHIL195?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 33/100. Attendance is generally not mandatory, though going to class is always beneficial.

Question 5

What type of assignments does PHIL195 have?

Accepted Answer

PHIL195 is classified as "Exam-heavy" based on student feedback. Common themes from student ratings include: graded by few things, extra credit, get ready to read, tough grader. Its difficulty score is 66/100, which reads as demanding.

Question 6

Would students recommend PHIL195?

Accepted Answer

50% of students would recommend PHIL195. Student satisfaction is rated 55/100. Opinions are mixed, with roughly half of students recommending the course.

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