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
Python is the most widely used language for data analysis in India today. This beginner-friendly skill path from Codecademy builds that foundation from the ground up. You start by writing basic Python code and quickly move to using the pandas library to clean, transform, and explore real datasets. The path covers how to summarise data with groupby and pivots, and you learn to work inside Jupyter Notebooks — the standard environment for data analysis workflows.
What sets this path apart is its project focus. Instead of isolated syntax drills, you complete a portfolio project that asks you to apply the full pipeline: import data, clean it, run meaningful summaries, and present findings. By the end you can write working Python scripts, manipulate tabular data with pandas, and produce a short analysis that you can show employers or include in a project portfolio.
The path takes about 16 hours to complete if you study self-paced. It is designed for absolute beginners — no prior programming experience is assumed. A certificate is available upon completion, and the course is taught entirely in English. The listed price is $29.99 USD, though Codecademy often runs promotions that lower the effective cost for new users.
This path does not cover machine learning algorithms, statistical modelling, or advanced visualisation libraries like seaborn or matplotlib. If your goal is to move into predictive modelling, the Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate on Coursera (₹3,999) includes a broader syllabus with statistics and Tableau, or the freeCodeCamp Data Science with Python course (0 ₹) offers 300 hours of hands-on practice at no cost. Both are listed in the alternatives section and link out to their respective platforms.
Choose this Codecademy path if you want a short, practical introduction to Python for data tasks and prefer an interactive coding environment over video lectures. It is a solid first step before branching into more specialised topics or longer credential programmes.
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 10 August 2026.
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| Course | Provider | Rating | Price | Duration | Why pick this one |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Learn Python for Data Science This | Codecademy | 0.0★ | $29.99 | 16h | Cheapest paid option ($29.99) |
| Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate |
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4.8★ | ₹3,999 | 6 months | Highest rated (4.8★ from 181.6K reviews) |
| Deep Learning Specialization |
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4.8★ | ₹4,299 | 3 months | For learners past the basics · 3 months |
| Python for Data Science | Learn Python Online | Udacity | Udacity | 4.8★ | Check price | 3 months | Beginner-friendly · 3 months |
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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 10 August 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.