Data Visualization with Python
Data Visualization with Python is a beginner-level online course from Coursera in Data Visualization. It is structured in 5 modules with 4 stated learning outcomes, over 18h 38m. Learners rate it 4.5/5 from 12.3K ratings on Coursera.
Part of our Data Visualization courses collection, where we compare it against 2 other courses.
Course highlights
| Provider | Coursera |
| Duration | 18h 38m |
| Level | Beginner |
| Mode | Self-paced |
| Language | English |
| Certificate | Yes — shareable certificate |
| Rating | 4.5★ (12.3K reviews) |
| Price | Check price Free |
What you’ll learn
Level and time commitment
- This course requires a working knowledge of the Python programming language and using Jupyter Notebooks. 
Skills you’ll gain
What this course covers
5 modulesThe 5-part outline Coursera publishes for this course, across 18h 38m.
Module 1 · Introduction to Data Visualization Tools
Module 2 · Basic and Specialized Visualization Tools
Module 3 · Advanced Visualizations and Geospatial Data
Module 4 · Creating Dashboards with Plotly and Dash
Module 5 · Final Project and Exam
What learners rate it
Rated 4.5/5 by 12.3K learners on Coursera (checked 26 Aug 2026).
This rating is collected by Coursera from its own enrolled learners. We reproduce it as reported and do not accept paid or incentivised reviews. See it on Coursera →
Compiled by the 10courses editorial desk. Fees, ratings, duration and certificate details for the 1 course shown are read directly from Coursera course pages — we never estimate a price or a rating. Last verified 26 August 2026.
How we compare and rank courses · Our review policy · Affiliate disclosure
Compare with alternatives
Same topic, different trade-offs — here's who runs each one and what it's best at.
| Course | Provider | Rating | Price | Duration | Why pick this one |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Data Visualization with Python This |
 Coursera
|
4.5★ | Check price | 18h 38m | Highest rated (4.5★ from 12.3K reviews) |
| Data Visualization with Tableau |
Coursera
|
4.5★ | Check price | 1 month | Beginner-friendly · 1 month |
| Learn R | Codecademy | 4.5★ | Free | 14h | Free — and still gives a certificate |
Where Data Visualization leads
Roles we map to Data Visualization on 10courses. This is our own mapping of subject to job, not a placement claim by Coursera.
Browse every course we track for one of these — courses for data analysts.
Common questions
How much does Data Visualization with Python cost?
Coursera does not publish a price we can read on the course page, so we do not show one. Check the fee on the provider site — we would rather say nothing than quote a number we did not collect.
Does Data Visualization 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 Data Visualization with Python take?
Coursera lists it at 18h 38m. 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 Python suitable for beginners?
Yes. Coursera lists it at Beginner level, so no prior experience in the subject is assumed.
What does Data Visualization with Python cover?
It is organised into 5 modules, starting with Introduction to Data Visualization Tools and going on to Basic and Specialized Visualization Tools, Advanced Visualizations and Geospatial Data, Creating Dashboards with Plotly and Dash, Final Project and Exam. The full outline is on this page.