Question 1

Is POLI105 hard at South Carolina?

Accepted Answer

Based on 56 student reviews, POLI105 has a moderate challenge level (59/100). Grade accessibility is very high (80/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is POLI105?

Accepted Answer

Students report a high time investment (64/100). Expect to spend approximately 10-15 hours per week on coursework, including lectures, assignments, and studying.

Question 3

What is the grading like in POLI105?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for POLI105 is rated 80/100. The course is assessed primarily through exam-heavy methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for POLI105?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 27/100. Attendance is generally not mandatory, though going to class is always beneficial.

Question 5

What type of assignments does POLI105 have?

Accepted Answer

POLI105 is classified as "Exam-heavy" based on student feedback. Common themes from student reviews include: lecture heavy, graded by few things, tough grader, beware of pop quizzes. The challenge level is moderate (59/100).

Question 6

Would students recommend POLI105?

Accepted Answer

32% of students would recommend POLI105. Student satisfaction is rated 54/100. Students have mixed-to-negative feelings about this course.

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