Question 1

Is POLI1600 hard at Iowa?

Accepted Answer

Based on 8 student reviews, POLI1600 has a high challenge level (78/100). Grade accessibility is very high (80/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is POLI1600?

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 POLI1600?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for POLI1600 is rated 80/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 40%, B: 40%, C: 20%. The course is assessed primarily through essay-focused methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for POLI1600?

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 POLI1600 have?

Accepted Answer

POLI1600 is classified as "Essay-focused" based on student feedback. Common themes from student reviews include: get ready to read, lecture heavy, tough grader, graded by few things. The challenge level is high (78/100).

Question 6

Would students recommend POLI1600?

Accepted Answer

0% of students would recommend POLI1600. Student satisfaction is rated 33/100. Students have mixed-to-negative feelings about this course.

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