Question 1

Is POL136 hard at UC Davis?

Accepted Answer

Based on 15 student reviews, POL136 has a very high challenge level (84/100). Grade accessibility is very high (83/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is POL136?

Accepted Answer

Students report a very high time investment (84/100). Expect to spend approximately 15-20+ hours per week on coursework, including lectures, assignments, and studying.

Question 3

What is the grading like in POL136?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for POL136 is rated 83/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 67%, B: 17%, C: 17%. The course is assessed primarily through exam-heavy methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for POL136?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 38/100. Attendance is generally not mandatory, though going to class is always beneficial.

Question 5

What type of assignments does POL136 have?

Accepted Answer

POL136 is classified as "Exam-heavy" based on student feedback. Common themes from student reviews include: get ready to read, lecture heavy, graded by few things, tough grader. The challenge level is very high (84/100).

Question 6

Would students recommend POL136?

Accepted Answer

11% of students would recommend POL136. Student satisfaction is rated 51/100. Students have mixed-to-negative feelings about this course.

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