Statistics for Data Science with Python
Statistics for Data Science with Python is an online course from Coursera in Data Science. It is structured in 9 modules with 4 stated learning outcomes, over 13h 28m. Learners rate it 4.5/5 from 471 ratings on Coursera.
Part of our Data Science courses collection, where we compare it against 26 other courses. See all Data Science courses on Coursera.
Course highlights
| Provider | Coursera |
| Duration | 13h 28m |
| Level | All Levels |
| Mode | Self-paced |
| Language | English |
| Certificate | Yes — shareable certificate |
| Rating | 4.5★ (471 reviews) |
| Price | Check price |
What you’ll learn
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Skills you’ll gain
What this course covers
9 modulesThe 9-part outline Coursera publishes for this course, across 13h 28m.
Module 1 · Course Introduction and Python Basics
Module 2 · Introduction & Descriptive Statistics
Module 3 · Data Visualization
Module 4 · Introduction to Probability Distributions
Module 5 · Hypothesis testing
Module 6 · Regression Analysis
Module 7 · Project Case: Boston Housing Data
Module 8 · Final Exam
Module 9 · Other Resources
What learners rate it
Rated 4.5/5 by 471 learners on Coursera (checked 8 Nov 2026).
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Common questions
How much does Statistics for Data Science with Python cost?
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Does Statistics for Data Science with Python 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 Statistics for Data Science with Python take?
Coursera lists it at 13h 28m. 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 Statistics for Data Science with Python suitable for beginners?
Coursera lists it as suitable for all levels, so beginners and people brushing up work through the same material.
What does Statistics for Data Science with Python cover?
It is organised into 9 modules, starting with Course Introduction and Python Basics and going on to Introduction & Descriptive Statistics, Data Visualization, Introduction to Probability Distributions, Hypothesis testing, among others. The full outline is on this page.