Question 1

Is BIOL1170L hard at UMass Lowell?

Accepted Answer

Based on 15 student reviews, BIOL1170L has a high challenge level (72/100). Grade accessibility is very high (100/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is BIOL1170L?

Accepted Answer

Students report a very high time investment (92/100). Expect to spend approximately 15-20+ hours per week on coursework, including lectures, assignments, and studying.

Question 3

What is the grading like in BIOL1170L?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for BIOL1170L 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 BIOL1170L?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

What type of assignments does BIOL1170L have?

Accepted Answer

BIOL1170L is classified as "Essay-focused" based on student feedback. Common themes from student reviews include: lots of homework, tough grader, get ready to read, clear grading criteria. The challenge level is high (72/100).

Question 6

Would students recommend BIOL1170L?

Accepted Answer

13% of students would recommend BIOL1170L. Student satisfaction is rated 35/100. Students have mixed-to-negative feelings about this course.

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