Question 1

Is POLISCI120 hard at UW-Madison?

Accepted Answer

Based on 41 student reviews, POLISCI120 has a high challenge level (73/100). Grade accessibility is very high (100/100), meaning most students earn A or B grades.

Question 2

How many hours per week is POLISCI120?

Accepted Answer

Students report a very high time investment (98/100). Expect to spend approximately 15-20+ hours per week on coursework, including lectures, assignments, and studying.

Question 3

What is the grading like in POLISCI120?

Accepted Answer

Grade accessibility for POLISCI120 is rated 100/100. The grade distribution across student reports is: A: 86%, B: 14%. The course is assessed primarily through exam-heavy methods.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory for POLISCI120?

Accepted Answer

Attendance importance is rated 39/100. Attendance is generally not mandatory, though going to class is always beneficial.

Question 5

What type of assignments does POLISCI120 have?

Accepted Answer

POLISCI120 is classified as "Exam-heavy" based on student feedback. Common themes from student reviews include: get ready to read, lecture heavy, graded by few things, tough grader. The challenge level is high (73/100).

Question 6

Would students recommend POLISCI120?

Accepted Answer

61% of students would recommend POLISCI120. Student satisfaction is rated 68/100. Opinions are mixed, with roughly half of students recommending the course.

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