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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

    Physics (M.Sc.)

    University of Duisburg-Essen 🇩🇪 Duisburg, Germany

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  2. Master

    Physics (M.Sc.) (Master of Science)

    The American University in Cairo 🇪🇬 New Cairo, Egypt

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  3. Major

    Physics (Major)

    Xavier University 🇵🇭 Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines

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  4. Master

    Physics (Masters)

    Volgograd State University 🇷🇺 Volgograd, Urupinsk, Michaelovka, Akhtubinsk, Kalach-on-Don, Frolovo, Volzhesky, Russia

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  6. Bachelor

    Physics B.A. (minor subject)

    University of Stuttgart 🇩🇪 Stuttgart, Germany

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  7. Master

    Physik, Master of Science, WS und SS

    University of Kassel 🇩🇪 Kassel, Germany

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  8. Teacher training

    PHYT, Physics, Secondary Teaching Option

    Chicago State University 🇺🇸 Chicago, United States

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  9. Other programmes

    Science: Bridging Courses - Physics (Short Course)

    The University of Sydney, Faculty Of Nursing And Midwifery 🇦🇺 Lindfield, Australia

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  10. Major

    Theoretical Physics (Major)

    University of Guelph 🇨🇦 Guelph, Ontario, Canada

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  11. Research

    Theoretical Physics MSc by Research (2014 entry)

    University of Manchester 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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  12. PhD / Doctorate

    Astrophysics, University College London, PhD

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  13. Postgraduate

    Biophysics (Postgraduate)

    St. Petersburg State Polytechnical University 🇷🇺 St. Petersburg, Russia

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  15. Other programmes

    Molecular Biophysics & Biochem

    Yale University 🇺🇸 New Haven, United States

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  16. Minor

    Physics (Minor)

    Oakwood University 🇺🇸 Huntsville, United States

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  17. Other programmes

    Physics (PY)

    Deree College, The American College of Greece 🇬🇷 Athens, Greece

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  18. Minor

    Physics Minor

    Bethel College Mishawaka 🇺🇸 Mishawaka, United States

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  19. Teacher training

    Physik (Teacher)

    University Marburg 🇩🇪 Marburg, Germany

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  20. Postgraduate

    Polymer Physics (Postgraduate)

    University of Bucharest 🇷🇴 Bucuresti, Romania

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  21. Other programmes

    Theoretical Astrophysics (Exchange program)

    University of Oslo - UiO 🇳🇴 Oslo, Norway

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  22. Graduate

    Biomolecular Structure and Biophysics (Graduate)

    Purdue University 🇺🇸 West Lafayette, United States

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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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