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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.

  • 5,849 programmes
  • 1,687 institutions
  • 142 countries
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  1. Foundation programme

    Nuclear Decommissioning Foundation Degree University of Central Lancashire

    Bridgwater College 🇬🇧 Bridgwater, United Kingdom

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  2. Associate

    Nuclear Technology (Associate)

    Arkansas Tech University, Ozark Campus 🇺🇸 Ozark, Arkansas, United States

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  3. Other programmes

    Ph .D .in Physics (Material Science)

    University of Khartoum 🇸🇩 Khartoum, Sudan

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  4. Other programmes

    Physics

    Umm Al-Qura University 🇸🇦 Makkah, Saudi Arabia

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  6. Minor

    Physics minor

    Huntington University 🇺🇸 Huntington, United States

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  7. Teacher training

    Physics State Examination for teachers (GymPO I)

    University of Stuttgart 🇩🇪 Stuttgart, Germany

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  8. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics Teaching (Doctorate)

    Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul 🇧🇷 Porto Alegre, Brazil

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  9. Bachelor

    Theoretical physics (Bachelor)

    University of Oulu 🇫🇮 Oulun, Finland

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  10. Teacher training

    Theory and methods of teaching in physics

    Kuban State University 🇷🇺 Krasnodar, Russia

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  11. Postgraduate

    Atomic and Laser Physics | DPhil (Postgraduate)

    University of Oxford 🇬🇧 Oxford United Kingdom, United Kingdom

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  12. Master

    Biophysics (Masters)

    Tianjin University 🇨🇳 Tianjin, China

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  13. Master

    M.Phil Physics (Full Time), Duration: 1 year (Semester System)

    Lovely Professional University 🇮🇳 Phagwara, India

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  15. Undergraduate

    Applied Physics (Undergraduate)

    Northwest Polytechnical University Xi'an 🇨🇳 Xi’an, China

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  16. Master

    Atomic and Molecular Physics (Masters)

    Shanghai Jiao Tong University 🇨🇳 Shanghai, China

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  17. Other programmes

    Biophysics

    Modern Sciences and Arts University (MSA) 🇪🇬 6 October City, Egypt

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  18. Master

    Electronic Physics (M.Sc.)

    Minoufiya University 🇪🇬 Shebin Al-Kom, Menoufia, Egypt

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  19. Bachelor

    Licence Sc Physiques et Chimiques (Licence LMD)

    Université d'Angers 🇫🇷 Angers, France

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  20. Master

    M.Sc. Physics (International Graduate Course)

    University of Siegen 🇩🇪 Siegen, Germany

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  21. Teacher training

    Physics State Examination for teachers (until WS 2009/10 (WPO))

    University of Stuttgart 🇩🇪 Stuttgart, Germany

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  22. Other programmes

    Physics, First level, 300 hp

    Stockholm University 🇸🇪 Stockholm, Sweden

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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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