Question 1

Is POLISCI171 hard at UMass Amherst?

Accepted Answer

Based on 89 student reviews, POLISCI171 has a high challenge level (70/100). Grade accessibility is very high (100/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is POLISCI171?

Accepted Answer

Students report a high time investment (70/100). Expect to spend approximately 10-15 hours per week on coursework, including lectures, assignments, and studying.

Question 3

What is the grading like in POLISCI171?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for POLISCI171 is rated 100/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 72%, B: 28%. The course is assessed primarily through mixed methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for POLISCI171?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 73/100. Most students report that attendance is mandatory or strongly encouraged.

Question 5

What type of assignments does POLISCI171 have?

Accepted Answer

POLISCI171 is classified as "Mixed" based on student feedback. Common themes from student reviews include: get ready to read, lecture heavy, graded by few things, beware of pop quizzes. The challenge level is high (70/100).

Question 6

Would students recommend POLISCI171?

Accepted Answer

48% of students would recommend POLISCI171. Student satisfaction is rated 64/100. Students have mixed-to-negative feelings about this course.

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