Question 1

Is POLI379 hard at UCalgary?

Accepted Answer

Based on 15 student reviews, POLI379 has a very high challenge level (81/100). Grade accessibility is very high (100/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is POLI379?

Accepted Answer

Students report a very high time investment (91/100). Expect to spend approximately 15-20+ hours per week on coursework, including lectures, assignments, and studying.

Question 3

What is the grading like in POLI379?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for POLI379 is rated 100/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 30%, B: 70%. The course is assessed primarily through exam-heavy methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for POLI379?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 71/100. Most students report that attendance is mandatory or strongly encouraged.

Question 5

What type of assignments does POLI379 have?

Accepted Answer

POLI379 is classified as "Exam-heavy" based on student feedback. Common themes from student reviews include: get ready to read, tough grader, participation matters, lecture heavy. The challenge level is very high (81/100).

Question 6

Would students recommend POLI379?

Accepted Answer

20% of students would recommend POLI379. Student satisfaction is rated 48/100. Students have mixed-to-negative feelings about this course.

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