Question 1

Is POL486 hard at U of T?

Accepted Answer

Based on 5 student reviews, POL486 has a very high challenge level (80/100). Grade accessibility is very high (100/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is POL486?

Accepted Answer

Students report a very high time investment (80/100). Expect to spend approximately 15-20+ hours per week on coursework, including lectures, assignments, and studying.

Question 3

What is the grading like in POL486?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for POL486 is rated 100/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 100%. The course is assessed primarily through project-based methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for POL486?

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 POL486 have?

Accepted Answer

POL486 is classified as "Project-based" based on student feedback. Common themes from student reviews include: participation matters, get ready to read, lots of homework, tough grader. The challenge level is very high (80/100).

Question 6

Would students recommend POL486?

Accepted Answer

60% of students would recommend POL486. Student satisfaction is rated 72/100. Opinions are mixed, with roughly half of students recommending the course.

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