Data Visualization with R
Data Visualization with R is a beginner-level online course from Coursera in Data Visualization. It is structured in 4 modules with 4 stated learning outcomes, over 12h 17m. Learners rate it 4.6/5 from 276 ratings on Coursera.
Part of our Data Visualization courses collection, where we compare it against 5 other courses.
Course highlights
| Provider | Coursera |
| Duration | 12h 17m |
| Level | Beginner |
| Mode | Self-paced |
| Language | English |
| Certificate | Yes — shareable certificate |
| Rating | 4.6★ (276 reviews) |
| Price | Check price |
What you’ll learn
Level and time commitment
Skills you’ll gain
What this course covers
4 modulesThe 4-part outline Coursera publishes for this course, across 12h 17m.
Module 1 · Module 1 - Introduction to Data Visualization
Module 2 · Module 2 - Basic Plots, Maps, and Customization
Module 3 · Module 3 - Dashboards
Module 4 · Module 4 - Final Assignment
What learners rate it
Rated 4.6/5 by 276 learners on Coursera (checked 6 Nov 2026).
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| Course | Provider | Rating | Price | Duration | Why pick this one | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Data Visualization with R This |
 Coursera
|
4.6★ | Check price | 12h 17m | Beginner-friendly · 12h 17m | |
| Power BI and Tableau for Data Visualization [2-in-1 Bundle] |
 Udemy
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4.6★ | ₹599 | 17.5 hours | Highest rated (4.6★ from 729 reviews) | View ↗ |
| Learn Tableau for Data Visualization | Codecademy | 4.5★ | Free | 1h | Free — and still gives a certificate | Start free ↗ |
| Data Visualization with Tableau |
Coursera
|
4.5★ | Check price | 1 month | Beginner-friendly · 1 month | View ↗ |
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Common questions
How much does Data Visualization with R cost?
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Does Data Visualization with R come with a certificate?
Yes — Coursera lists a certificate on completion. It is a course certificate, not a formal qualification or university credit.
How long does Data Visualization with R take?
Coursera lists it at 12h 17m. It is self-paced, so that is the volume of material rather than a deadline — how long it actually takes depends on the hours you put in each week.
Is Data Visualization with R suitable for beginners?
Yes. Coursera lists it at Beginner level, so no prior experience in the subject is assumed.
What does Data Visualization with R cover?
It is organised into 4 modules, starting with Module 1 - Introduction to Data Visualization and going on to Module 2 - Basic Plots, Maps, and Customization, Module 3 - Dashboards, Module 4 - Final Assignment. The full outline is on this page.