Question 1

Is BIO160 hard at SFSU?

Accepted Answer

Based on 47 student ratings, BIO160 is about average (difficulty 50/100). Grade accessibility is very high (100/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is BIO160?

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 BIO160?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for BIO160 is rated 100/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 56%, B: 44%. The course is assessed primarily through exam-heavy methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for BIO160?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 46/100. Attendance policies vary by instructor, but showing up is generally recommended.

Question 5

What type of assignments does BIO160 have?

Accepted Answer

BIO160 is classified as "Exam-heavy" based on student feedback. Common themes from student ratings include: lecture heavy, clear grading criteria, graded by few things, participation matters. Its difficulty score is 50/100, which reads as about average.

Question 6

Would students recommend BIO160?

Accepted Answer

73% of students would recommend BIO160. Student satisfaction is rated 80/100. This course is generally well-regarded by students who have taken it.

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