Question 1

Is POLI140A hard at UCSC?

Accepted Answer

Based on 12 student reviews, POLI140A has a high challenge level (78/100). Grade accessibility is very high (100/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is POLI140A?

Accepted Answer

Students report a high time investment (78/100). Expect to spend approximately 10-15 hours per week on coursework, including lectures, assignments, and studying.

Question 3

What is the grading like in POLI140A?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for POLI140A is rated 100/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 50%, B: 50%. The course is assessed primarily through essay-focused methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for POLI140A?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 88/100. Most students report that attendance is mandatory or strongly encouraged.

Question 5

What type of assignments does POLI140A have?

Accepted Answer

POLI140A is classified as "Essay-focused" based on student feedback. Common themes from student reviews include: tough grader, get ready to read, participation matters, group projects. The challenge level is high (78/100).

Question 6

Would students recommend POLI140A?

Accepted Answer

63% of students would recommend POLI140A. Student satisfaction is rated 55/100. Opinions are mixed, with roughly half of students recommending the course.

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