Question 1

Is SIO12 hard at UCSD?

Accepted Answer

Based on 18 student ratings, SIO12 is on the easier side (difficulty 26/100). Grade accessibility is very high (100/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is SIO12?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 3

What is the grading like in SIO12?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for SIO12 is rated 100/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 73%, B: 27%. The course is assessed primarily through exam-heavy methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for SIO12?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 18/100. Attendance is generally not mandatory, though going to class is always beneficial.

Question 5

What type of assignments does SIO12 have?

Accepted Answer

SIO12 is classified as "Exam-heavy" based on student feedback. Common themes from student ratings include: graded by few things, clear grading criteria, beware of pop quizzes. Its difficulty score is 26/100, which reads as on the easier side.

Question 6

Would students recommend SIO12?

Accepted Answer

92% of students would recommend SIO12. Student satisfaction is rated 96/100. This course is generally well-regarded by students who have taken it.

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