Question 1

Is DSCI100 hard at UBC?

Accepted Answer

Based on 25 student ratings, DSCI100 is about average (difficulty 44/100). Grade accessibility is very high (100/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is DSCI100?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 3

What is the grading like in DSCI100?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for DSCI100 is rated 100/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 85%, B: 15%. The course is assessed primarily through project-based methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for DSCI100?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 38/100. Attendance is generally not mandatory, though going to class is always beneficial.

Question 5

What type of assignments does DSCI100 have?

Accepted Answer

DSCI100 is classified as "Project-based" based on student feedback. Common themes from student ratings include: get ready to read, group projects, clear grading criteria, participation matters. Its difficulty score is 44/100, which reads as about average.

Question 6

Would students recommend DSCI100?

Accepted Answer

68% of students would recommend DSCI100. Student satisfaction is rated 68/100. Opinions are mixed, with roughly half of students recommending the course.

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