Question 1

Is POLI217 hard at UVic?

Accepted Answer

Based on 63 student reviews, POLI217 has a very high challenge level (87/100). Grade accessibility is very high (81/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is POLI217?

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 POLI217?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for POLI217 is rated 81/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 22%, B: 59%, C: 11%, D: 7%. The course is assessed primarily through mixed methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for POLI217?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 94/100. Most students report that attendance is mandatory or strongly encouraged.

Question 5

What type of assignments does POLI217 have?

Accepted Answer

POLI217 is classified as "Mixed" based on student feedback. Common themes from student reviews include: tough grader, get ready to read, participation matters, graded by few things. The challenge level is very high (87/100).

Question 6

Would students recommend POLI217?

Accepted Answer

27% of students would recommend POLI217. Student satisfaction is rated 42/100. Students have mixed-to-negative feelings about this course.

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