Question 1

Is POL1101 hard at uOttawa?

Accepted Answer

Based on 326 student reviews, POL1101 has a high challenge level (61/100). Grade accessibility is very high (87/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is POL1101?

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 POL1101?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for POL1101 is rated 87/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 64%, B: 23%, C: 11%, D: 1%, F: 1%. The course is assessed primarily through exam-heavy methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for POL1101?

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 POL1101 have?

Accepted Answer

POL1101 is classified as "Exam-heavy" based on student feedback. Common themes from student reviews include: get ready to read, tough grader, lecture heavy, graded by few things. The challenge level is high (61/100).

Question 6

Would students recommend POL1101?

Accepted Answer

36% of students would recommend POL1101. Student satisfaction is rated 59/100. Students have mixed-to-negative feelings about this course.

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