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Physics investigates the laws of nature from particles to the universe – mechanics, electromagnetism, quantum physics and astrophysics – with strong mathematics and laboratory components.

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  • 1,687 institutions
  • 142 countries
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  1. Master

    MSc in Geophysics >>

    Niels Bohr Institute, University of Copenhagen 🇩🇰 Copenhagen, Denmark

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  2. Other programmes

    Physics

    University of Tripoli 🇱🇾 Tripoli, Libya

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  3. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Science Physik

    Faculty of Physics and Astronomy | Ruprecht Karls University Heidelberg 🇩🇪 Heidelberg, Germany

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  4. Certificate

    Nuclear Weapons Effects, Policy, and Proliferation Certificate Program (NWEPP)

    Air University (Maxwell-Gunter Air Force Base Montgomery, Alabama) 🇺🇸 Montgomery, United States

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  6. Diploma

    Biophysics (Diploma)

    University of Dohuk (UoD) 🇮🇶 Dohuk, Iraq

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  7. Major

    5V0604-Physics, Physics (undergraduate major)

    Aktobe State University 🇰🇿 Aktobe / ул.Бр.Жубановых,263, Kazakhstan

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  8. Master

    M.Sc Physics (18 months)

    Covenant University 🇳🇬 Ota, Ogun State,Nigeria, Nigeria

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  9. PhD / Doctorate

    Applied Physics (PhD)

    University of California, San Diego 🇺🇸 San Diego, United States

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  10. Postgraduate

    01.04.02, Theoretical physics (Postgraduate)

    Belgorod State University 🇷🇺 Belgorod, Russia

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  11. PhD / Doctorate

    Condensed Matter Physics (PhD)

    Memorial University of Newfoundland 🇨🇦 St. John's, NL, Canada

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  12. Bachelor

    Applied Physics (Bachelor)

    Kyung Hee University 🇰🇷 Seoul, South Korea

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  13. PhD / Doctorate

    Biophysics; Bioimaging; Soft Condensed Matter (Doctorate)

    College of Sciences | Nanyang Technological University 🇸🇬 Singapore, Singapore

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  15. PhD / Doctorate

    Ph.D in Solid Earth Physics/Geophysics

    University of Agriculture Abeokuta 🇳🇬 Abeokuta, Nigeria

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  16. Specialisation

    011200.62, Физика (Speciality)

    Jaroslavl State University 🇷🇺 Yaroslavl, Russia

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  17. Master

    M.Sc Applied Geophysics (Full-Time)

    Ahmadu Bello University 🇳🇬 Zaria, Nigeria

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  18. Research

    Physics Degree - Qualification in Basic Research in Physics

    University of São Paulo 🇧🇷 Sao Paulo, Brazil

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  19. PhD / Doctorate

    Ph.D Radiation Biophysics (Full-Time)

    Ahmadu Bello University 🇳🇬 Zaria, Nigeria

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  20. Other programmes

    Geophysics

    Hanoi University of Mining and Geology 🇻🇳 Hanoi, Vietnam

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  21. Specialisation

    010700.62, Физика (Speciality)

    Jaroslavl State University 🇷🇺 Yaroslavl, Russia

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  22. Bachelor

    Physik (IPSP) (Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.))

    Leipzig University 🇩🇪 Deutscher Platz 5, Germany

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Study Physics – facts and figures

Physics is taught at 1,687 universities and colleges in 142 countries – including 1,297 Bachelor, 1,261 Master and 711 PhD programmes. Most programmes are offered in United States (1,613), United Kingdom (554) and China (373). Institutions with the widest choice: The California State University, University of London and University of California.

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Degrees in Physics

Bachelor

The first university degree, usually three to four years of full-time study. A Bachelor in Physics builds the foundations of the field and qualifies for professional work or a Master programme.

Master

A postgraduate degree of one to two years that deepens or specialises your knowledge of Physics, often with a research project or thesis – and the usual entry ticket to a doctorate.

PhD / Doctorate

The highest academic degree, earned through several years of independent research and a dissertation. Doctoral candidates often work as research or teaching staff at their university.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study Physics programmes?

The directory lists 5,849 Physics programmes at 1,687 institutions worldwide. The largest choice is in United States, United Kingdom and China.

How long does it take to study Physics?

A Bachelor usually takes 3 to 4 years, a Master 1 to 2 years and a PhD 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Exact durations differ by country and institution.

Which universities offer the most Physics programmes worldwide?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are The California State University, University of London, University of California, Palacky University and Wuhan University.

How do I apply?

Open the programme page to go directly to the university. Admission requirements, deadlines and tuition fees are set by each institution, so always check them there.

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