Let me start this review off by saying that Berenji is an amazing lecturer and professor. He really cares about his students and is very clearly passionate about what he teaches. He clearly knows what he's talking about and is very enthusiastic about all that he teaches. But I will say this class is difficult. This was by far the most difficult political science course I've taken at UCLA, and needless to say I was extremely stressed the entire quarter. Even with spending a whole week studying for this class and putting in a lot of time into it I still could barely get a B. The exam essays are harshly graded, and you have to explain each subject you bring up in detail within the time constraints or else you won't get a good grade. Overall, I wouldn't recommend this class if you're looking for something that isn't very difficult or stressful. If you plan on taking Berenji, plan on being overwhelmed the majority of the quarter. Good Luck.

Berenji is a really kind professor. He actually cancelled lecture during the Getty fire due to health concerns and kept us updated. The readings weren’t too important. You’ll be fine if you complete the study guide and do all the quizzes.

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Professor Berenji is a true gem in teaching form. Not only is he incredibly intelligent, charismatic when he lectures, and helpful, but he is also super caring and reasonable as a professor. His tests were very straightforward and he is very friendly and helpful during office hours and in class. Getting an A in the class is super manageable. I honestly didn't study for the midterm and got a high C but aced the final. Definitely planning on taking him as much as I can in the next two years. Highly recommend his classes!

Berenji was a gem. I rarely write reviews for professors, but I had to make an exception for him. Great class, informative lectures, and engaging material. 10/10 recommend if you're into international relations. Also, go to his office hours and ask questions if needed; this helps you understand the material better and gives him a chance to know you.

First upper div Polysci course iv taken. Honestly wasn't bad at all. Class consists a midterm a final and 4 quizzes. There is weekly reading but you can get by without doing them. He marks specific reading that the quizzes are going to be based on- which is super helpful. The quizzes are usually 5-9 questions online. So workload is pretty light. The midterm seems like its heavy- he gives study guide and there are alot of terms but you can definitely find them in your notes. You kinda have to go to class just because he doesn't post slides. He's actually a really good professor, he's very nice and understanding and lenient as well too. Hes not a hard ass at all, he really tries to give you as much information as he can for the midterm. I would definitely take this professor again. Combination of easy workload and great professor, definitely take again. Only problem I have is that im not sure if its the material or him, but the class gets a little boring and you start to doze off. but still 9/10 would recommend.