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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. PhD / Doctorate

    Thermophysics (Doctorate)

    Shanghai Jiao Tong University 🇨🇳 Shanghai, China

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  2. Other programmes

    大学物理基础 (校级示范精品课)

    Nankai University 🇨🇳 Tianjin, China

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  3. Bachelor

    B.S. in Physics

    Carnegie Mellon University 🇺🇸 Pittsburgh, United States

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  4. Bachelor

    B.Sc Physics (Bachelor)

    Prist University 🇮🇳 Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, India

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  6. Minor

    Geophysics Minor (GPHYS)

    Pennsylvania State University at University Park 🇺🇸 University Park, PA, United States

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  7. Major

    Interdisciplinary Physics (Undergraduate Major)

    John Carroll University 🇺🇸 Cleveland, United States

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  8. Graduate

    Physics (Graduate)

    Göteborg University 🇸🇪 Göteborg, Sweden

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  9. Undergraduate

    Physics (Undergraduate)

    Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University 🇹🇷 İstanbul, Turkey

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  10. Certificate

    Physics Candidacy Certificate (Graduate Certificate)

    University of Houston-Clear Lake Pearland Campus 🇺🇸 Pearland, Houston, Texas, United States

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  11. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics Ph.D. Collaborative UHCL/UH Program

    University of Houston-Clear Lake Pearland Campus 🇺🇸 Pearland, Houston, Texas, United States

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  12. Minor

    Physics, Minor Only

    Fairmont State University 🇺🇸 Fairmont, United States

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  13. Bachelor

    Physik - 2-Fächer-Bachelor

    University of Osnabruck 🇩🇪 Osnabrück, Germany, Germany

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  15. Master

    Physik M.Sc.

    RWTH Aachen University / German Research School 🇩🇪 Aachen, Germany

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  16. Bachelor

    Physik, Bachelor

    University of Paderborn 🇩🇪 Paderborn, Germany

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  17. Master

    Theoretical Physics (Masters)

    North China Electric Power University 🇨🇳 Baoding, China

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  18. Master

    Thermophysics (Masters)

    Dnipropetrovsk National University 🇺🇦 Dnipropetrovsk / м. Дніпропетровськ, Ukraine

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  19. Other programmes

    Wave and quantum optics. Elements of atomic physics , atomic nucleus and condensed matter.

    Ternopil National Technical University 🇺🇦 Ternopil, Ukraine

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  20. Other programmes

    Applied Physics & Instrumentation CR001

    Cork Institute of Technology 🇮🇪 Bishopstown, Cork, Ireland

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  21. PhD / Doctorate

    Doctor of Philosophy in applied marine physics

    University of Miami 🇺🇸 Coral Gables, Miami, Coconut Grove, United States

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  22. PhD / Doctorate

    Doctorat Physique

    University of Strasbourg 🇫🇷 Strasbourg, France

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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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