Question 1

Is POL4210 hard at UMN?

Accepted Answer

Based on 10 student reviews, POL4210 has a very high challenge level (82/100). Grade accessibility is very high (80/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is POL4210?

Accepted Answer

Students report a very high time investment (82/100). Expect to spend approximately 15-20+ hours per week on coursework, including lectures, assignments, and studying.

Question 3

What is the grading like in POL4210?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for POL4210 is rated 80/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 20%, B: 60%, C: 20%. The course is assessed primarily through essay-focused methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for POL4210?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 89/100. Most students report that attendance is mandatory or strongly encouraged.

Question 5

What type of assignments does POL4210 have?

Accepted Answer

POL4210 is classified as "Essay-focused" based on student feedback. Common themes from student reviews include: get ready to read, tough grader, participation matters, graded by few things. The challenge level is very high (82/100).

Question 6

Would students recommend POL4210?

Accepted Answer

63% of students would recommend POL4210. Student satisfaction is rated 68/100. Opinions are mixed, with roughly half of students recommending the course.

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