Question 1

Is POLS6 hard at UCSB?

Accepted Answer

Based on 73 student reviews, POLS6 has a high challenge level (63/100). Grade accessibility is very high (95/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is POLS6?

Accepted Answer

Students report a high time investment (73/100). Expect to spend approximately 10-15 hours per week on coursework, including lectures, assignments, and studying.

Question 3

What is the grading like in POLS6?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for POLS6 is rated 95/100. The course is assessed primarily through exam-heavy methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for POLS6?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 19/100. Attendance is generally not mandatory, though going to class is always beneficial.

Question 5

What type of assignments does POLS6 have?

Accepted Answer

POLS6 is classified as "Exam-heavy" based on student feedback. Common themes from student reviews include: get ready to read, graded by few things, lecture heavy, tough grader. The challenge level is high (63/100).

Question 6

Would students recommend POLS6?

Accepted Answer

55% of students would recommend POLS6. Student satisfaction is rated 68/100. Opinions are mixed, with roughly half of students recommending the course.

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