Question 1

Is POL1013 hard at UTSA?

Accepted Answer

Based on 943 student reviews, POL1013 has a moderate challenge level (57/100). Grade accessibility is very high (86/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is POL1013?

Accepted Answer

Students report a very high time investment (87/100). Expect to spend approximately 15-20+ hours per week on coursework, including lectures, assignments, and studying.

Question 3

What is the grading like in POL1013?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for POL1013 is rated 86/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 53%, B: 33%, C: 10%, D: 4%, F: 1%. The course is assessed primarily through exam-heavy methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for POL1013?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 25/100. Attendance is generally not mandatory, though going to class is always beneficial.

Question 5

What type of assignments does POL1013 have?

Accepted Answer

POL1013 is classified as "Exam-heavy" based on student feedback. Common themes from student reviews include: test heavy, graded by few things, get ready to read, lecture heavy. The challenge level is moderate (57/100).

Question 6

Would students recommend POL1013?

Accepted Answer

58% of students would recommend POL1013. Student satisfaction is rated 64/100. Opinions are mixed, with roughly half of students recommending the course.

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