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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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    Physics

    Arcadia University (formerly Beaver College) 🇺🇸 Glenside, United States

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  2. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelor)

    Trent University 🇨🇦 Peterborough, Ontario, Canada

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  3. Master

    Physics (Masters)

    Brawijaya University 🇮🇩 Malang, Indonesia

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  4. Undergraduate

    Physics (Undergraduate)

    Agnes Scott College 🇺🇸 Decatur, United States

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  6. Undergraduate

    Physics (Undergraduate)

    University of La Verne 🇺🇸 La Verne, Bakersfield, Burbank, Garden Grove, Oxnard, Rancho Cucamonga, San Luis Obispo, Victorville, United States

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  7. Minor

    Physics (Undergraduate) (Minors)

    Bradley University 🇺🇸 Peoria, United States

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  8. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics : MPhil/PhD

    Lancaster University 🇬🇧 Lancaster, United Kingdom

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  9. Other programmes

    Physics : MPhys Hons

    Lancaster University 🇬🇧 Lancaster, United Kingdom

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  10. Master

    Physik , (Master)

    University of Ulm 🇩🇪 Ulm, Germany

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  11. Master

    Physik Weicher Materie, Nichtlineare Dynamik und Festkörperphysik (Masters)

    University of Bayreuth 🇩🇪 Bayreuth, Germany

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  12. Bachelor

    Physik, Bachelor

    Christian-Albrechts-University Kiel 🇩🇪 Kiel, Germany

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  13. PhD / Doctorate

    Physique théorique (Doctorate)

    University of Savoja 🇫🇷 Chambery, France

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  15. Scholarship

    Radio Physics (Doctoral Degree Awarding Discipline)

    University of Science and Technology of China 🇨🇳 Hefei, China

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  16. Specialisation

    Theoretical physics (Postgraduate Speciality)

    Department of Physics and Astronomy, Uppsala University 🇸🇪 Uppsala, Sweden

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  17. Master

    Theoretical Physics, MSc, Part Time, Full Time

    Kings College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  18. Master

    Thermophysics (Masters)

    Dnіpropetrovsk University of Economics and Law 🇺🇦 Dnipropetrovsk, Ukraine

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  19. Bachelor

    BSc, Physics with Astrophysics (F3F5)

    University of Bristol 🇬🇧 Bristol, United Kingdom

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  20. Other programmes

    Condensed Material Physics (C32) Quality Mention (Programme in Spain)

    Universidad de Valladolid Segovia 🇪🇸 Segovia, Spain

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  21. Master

    LM-30 - Ingegneria energetica e nucleare (Masters)

    University of Palermo 🇮🇹 Palermo, Italy

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  22. Postgraduate

    Petroleum Geophysics (Postgraduate)

    Imperial College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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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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