Question 1

Is POLI114B hard at UCSD?

Accepted Answer

Based on 25 student reviews, POLI114B has a high challenge level (74/100). Grade accessibility is very high (83/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is POLI114B?

Accepted Answer

Students report a very high time investment (89/100). Expect to spend approximately 15-20+ hours per week on coursework, including lectures, assignments, and studying.

Question 3

What is the grading like in POLI114B?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for POLI114B is rated 83/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 67%, B: 17%, D: 17%. The course is assessed primarily through essay-focused methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for POLI114B?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 5/100. Attendance is generally not mandatory, though going to class is always beneficial.

Question 5

What type of assignments does POLI114B have?

Accepted Answer

POLI114B is classified as "Essay-focused" based on student feedback. Common themes from student reviews include: get ready to read, tough grader, graded by few things, lecture heavy. The challenge level is high (74/100).

Question 6

Would students recommend POLI114B?

Accepted Answer

38% of students would recommend POLI114B. Student satisfaction is rated 51/100. Students have mixed-to-negative feelings about this course.

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