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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. Major

    Geophysics (Major)

    Southern Methodist University 🇺🇸 Dallas, United States

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  2. Bachelor

    Licence STAPS, Activités physiques adaptées et santé

    University of Strasbourg 🇫🇷 Strasbourg, France

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  3. Master

    Maîtrise ès sciences (physique)

    University of Moncton 🇨🇦 Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada

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  4. Foundation programme

    Philosophical Foundations of Physics (Graduate School of Arts & Sciences)

    Columbia University in the City of New York 🇺🇸 New York, United States

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  6. Major

    Physics (Astrophysics) (Major)

    University of California, Santa Cruz 🇺🇸 Santa Cruz, United States

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  7. Bachelor

    Physics (B.S.)

    Indiana University-Purdue University at Fort Wayne 🇺🇸 Fort Wayne, United States

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  8. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelor)

    Bard College 🇺🇸 Annandale on Hudson, United States

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  9. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelor)

    University of Modena and Reggio Emilia 🇮🇹 Modena, Italy

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  10. Major

    Physics (Major)

    Elmhurst College 🇺🇸 Elmhurst, United States

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  11. Major

    Physics (Major)

    University of Illinois 🇺🇸 Urbana, United States

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  12. Major

    Physics (Major)

    James Madison University 🇺🇸 Harrisonburg, United States

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  13. Undergraduate

    Physics (Undergraduate)

    Andrews University 🇺🇸 Berrien Springs, MI, United States

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  15. Graduate

    Physics, Department of (Graduate)

    Princeton University 🇺🇸 Princeton, United States

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  16. Major

    Physics: Physics-General (Major)

    Oklahoma State University 🇺🇸 Stillwater, Tulsa, Oklahoma City, United States

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  17. Bachelor

    Sonoma, BS, 124, Physics (Physics - GENERAL)

    The California State University 🇺🇸 Long Beach, United States

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  18. Bachelor

    Физика (Bachelor)

    Ural State Technical University 🇷🇺 Ekaterinburg, Russia

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  19. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Science in Physics (Teaching)

    University of Texas at Austin 🇺🇸 Austin, United States

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  20. Major

    Biophysics (Major) (UC San Francisco)

    University of California 🇺🇸 Oakland, United States

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  21. Bachelor

    BSc, Physics (F300)

    University of Bristol 🇬🇧 Bristol, United Kingdom

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  22. Other programmes

    Physics

    Fort Hays State University 🇺🇸 Hays, 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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