Question 1

Is CS579 hard at BU?

Accepted Answer

Based on 7 student ratings, CS579 is demanding (difficulty 89/100). Grade accessibility is very high (100/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is CS579?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 3

What is the grading like in CS579?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for CS579 is rated 100/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 33%, B: 67%. The course is assessed primarily through exam-heavy methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for CS579?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 40/100. Attendance policies vary by instructor, but showing up is generally recommended.

Question 5

What type of assignments does CS579 have?

Accepted Answer

CS579 is classified as "Exam-heavy" based on student feedback. Common themes from student ratings include: tough grader, test heavy, clear grading criteria, graded by few things. Its difficulty score is 89/100, which reads as demanding.

Question 6

Would students recommend CS579?

Accepted Answer

20% of students would recommend CS579. Student satisfaction is rated 43/100. Students have mixed-to-negative feelings about this course.

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