Learn Python for Data Science
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Learn Python for Data Science is a beginner-level online course from Codecademy in Data Science. It is structured in 5 modules with 4 stated learning outcomes, over 16h. It costs $29.99, certificate included.
Part of our Data Science courses collection, where we compare it against 26 other courses.
Course highlights
| Provider | Codecademy |
| Duration | 16h |
| Level | Beginner |
| Mode | Self-paced |
| Language | English |
| Certificate | Yes — shareable certificate |
| Price | $29.99 |
About this course
This skill path builds practical Python skills for data analysis. You write code in Python and pandas, clean and transform real data, and summarize it with groupby and pivots. You also learn to use Jupyter Notebook for data analysis. The path starts with Intro to Python for Data Science, moves to Python for Data Science: Working with Data, and ends with a portfolio project and Next Steps. It is designed for beginners and takes about 16 hours at your own pace.
Codecademy’s approach focuses on hands-on practice rather than theory. Each module asks you to solve real data problems, write working code, and see results immediately in the browser. By the end you will have built a small data-analysis project you can show to a recruiter or mentor.
At the end you can write a short Python script, clean a dataset, and create a summary table with groupby. You will also be comfortable opening and running code in Jupyter Notebook. These are the concrete outputs the skill path claims.
The path does not cover machine-learning models, statistical testing, or advanced visualization. If you are looking to build predictive models, the Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate on Coursera or Udemy’s Complete A.I. & Machine Learning, Data Science Bootcamp go further. Those options are longer (6 months and 44 hours) and aim at job-ready analytics skills.
Free options include Codecademy’s basic plan, which gives access to the first few lessons of this path without a subscription. The full skill path costs ₹23.99 (USD) for lifetime access.
What you’ll learn
Level and time commitment
What this course covers
5 modulesThe 5-part outline Codecademy publishes for this course, across 16h.
Module 1 · Welcome to the Learn Python for Data Science Skill Path
Module 2 · Intro to Python for Data Science
Module 3 · Python for Data Science: Working with Data
Module 4 · Python for Data Science: Portfolio Project
Module 5 · Learn Python for Data Science Next Steps
Compiled by the CoursesGlobal editorial desk. Fees, ratings, duration and certificate details for the 1 course shown are read directly from Codecademy course pages — we never estimate a price or a rating. Last verified 7 November 2026.
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Common questions
How much does Learn Python for Data Science cost?
It is listed at $29.99 on Codecademy, last checked 7 November 2026. Course prices change and providers run discounts, so treat this as the list price and confirm on the provider page.
Does Learn Python for Data Science come with a certificate?
Yes — Codecademy lists a certificate on completion. It is a course certificate, not a formal qualification or university credit.
How long does Learn Python for Data Science take?
Codecademy lists it at 16h. 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 Learn Python for Data Science suitable for beginners?
Yes. Codecademy lists it at Beginner level, so no prior experience in the subject is assumed.
What does Learn Python for Data Science cover?
It is organised into 5 modules, starting with Welcome to the Learn Python for Data Science Skill Path and going on to Intro to Python for Data Science, Python for Data Science: Working with Data, Python for Data Science: Portfolio Project, Learn Python for Data Science Next Steps. The full outline is on this page.