Programming in Python

Automating repetitive tasks can make your work a lot more efficient, smarter and more enjoyable. In this course, you will develop your problem‑solving skills and learn how to implement your own solutions using the Python programming language.

The course covers the following topics:

Day 1	Variables and datatypes Conditional (if-statements) code execution
Day 2	Programming concepts and their applications Repetitive (loops) code execution Debugging: using Google en/of Generatieve AI
Day 3	Data structures (list, dict, tuple) Working with files (reading and writing)
Day 4	Writing functions (DRY principles) and reusing code PIP: Using external packages Creating plots/figures with external packages
Day 5	Version control with Git Problem-solving with programming From idea to program: deconstructing an idea into workable components Exceptions
Day 6	Python know-hows Review of entire course Working on case study
Day 7	Practice day
Day 8	Final assignment: during this session, you will show what you have learned

Participants’ own materials
You may use your own dataset or files during assignments in the course.

The course combines theory with hands-on practice. Each session begins with explanations and demonstrations by the lecturer, followed by time to work on guided assignments. These assignments are designed both to help you master fundamental programming skills and to apply those skills to more complex, real‑world situations, making their practical relevance clear.

The course content builds progressively from one session to the next. This means that each session’s material serves as a foundation for the next session. Participants are expected to complete any unfinished assignments outside of class time.

The course takes place on campus, providing opportunities to ask questions during the sessions.
The Programming in Python course takes place at the HAN in Nijmegen, Laan van Scheut 2.

The course will start on Tuesday, October 27, 2026. Each course day runs from 9:30 to 15:00 and includes lunch. The final hour of each class is an optional, supervised session for assignments and case studies. Below is an overview of the dates:

27-10-2026

03-11-2026

10-11-2026

17-11-2026

24-11-2026

01-12-2026

08-12-2026

15-12-2026 test (time 9:30 to 13:00)