Intro to Python for HIA

Course Description

Python is one of the most widely used programming languages in health informatics and analytics. This 7-week course provides a high-level introduction to the Python language and familiarize you with how it is used in some healthcare settings. You will have an introductory session on the language and user interfaces available, do some coding, and review existing, real-life code examples from healthcare and public health applications. This course is intended for students with no prior coding experience.

Basic Enrollment Requirements: Unofficial Transcript - Bachelor's. You will be contacted after registration for required evidence of immunization.

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Remission Eligible: Yes; first day of term; all university policies apply.

Instructor Approval: Required; Please email the instructor of this course to request permission to enroll. We typically recommend including a transcript and 2-3 sentences as to why you are interested in taking the course. Once you receive permission, please forward your communication documenting permission to courses@tufts.edu.