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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. Master

    Masters´ Degree in Nuclear Physics

    University of Seville 🇪🇸 Sevilla, Spain

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  2. Research

    MSc by Research in Physics (MSc)

    University of Hertfordshire 🇬🇧 Hatfield, United Kingdom

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  3. Other programmes

    Physics

    Angiang University 🇻🇳 Vietnam

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  4. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelor)

    National Tsing Hua University 🇹🇼 Hsinchu, Taiwan

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  6. Bachelor

    Physics (BSc) (Major)

    University of Calgary 🇨🇦 Calgary, Canada

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  7. Major

    Physics (Major)

    Florida State University 🇺🇸 Tallahassee, United States

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  8. Major

    Physics (Major)

    Indiana State University 🇺🇸 Terre Haute, Indiana, United States

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  9. Master

    Physics (Masters)

    Vanderbilt University 🇺🇸 Nashville, United States

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  10. Minor

    Physics (Minor)

    Spring Arbor University 🇺🇸 Spring Arbor Township, United States

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  11. Undergraduate

    Physics Degree (Undergraduate)

    University of Seville 🇪🇸 Sevilla, Spain

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  12. Master

    Physics Master of Science (M.S.)

    Creighton University 🇺🇸 Omaha, United States

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  13. Postgraduate

    Physics of the Earth an the Atmosphere (Postgraduate)

    University of Bucharest 🇷🇴 Bucuresti, Romania

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  15. Teacher training

    Physikdidaktik (Teacher)

    University of Bamberg 🇩🇪 Bamberg, Germany

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  16. PhD / Doctorate

    Resources and Deep Geophysics (self-established) (Doctoral progams of second rank discipline)

    Chang'an University 🇨🇳 Xi’an City, China

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  17. Master

    Statistical Physics (Master)

    Technical University of Denmark 🇩🇰 Lyngby, Denmark

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  18. Other programmes

    Физика конденсированного состояния вещества (specialty)

    Tver State University 🇷🇺 Tver, Russia

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  19. Bachelor

    BS, Physics

    San Jose State University 🇺🇸 San Jose, United States

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  20. Other programmes

    Course: ICT Integration in Physics

    African Virtual University, Kenia 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

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  21. Master

    Geophysics, M.S.

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

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  22. Master

    M1 PROCEDES PHYSICO-CHIMIQUES (Masters)

    Université de Toulouse 3 (Université Paul Sabatier) 🇫🇷 Toulouse, 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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