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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. Bachelor

    Materials and Physics (Bachelor)

    Henan University of Science and Technology 🇨🇳 Luoyang, China, China

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  2. Other programmes

    MPhys: Physics | F303

    University of Bath 🇬🇧 Bath, United Kingdom

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  3. Master

    MSci in Geophysics

    Imperial College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  4. Master

    Nuclear Safety and Security (Master)

    University of Pisa 🇮🇹 Pisa, Italy

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  6. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelor, Masters, Doctoral)

    Florida State University 🇺🇸 Tallahassee, United States

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  7. Other programmes

    Physics (EHEA Degree)

    Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB) 🇪🇸 Bellaterra, Barcelona, Spain

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  8. Major

    Physics (Graduate Major)

    University of Illinois 🇺🇸 Urbana, United States

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  9. Minor

    Physics (Minor)

    University of Connecticut 🇺🇸 Storrs, United States

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  10. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics (Ph.D.)

    University of Houston 🇺🇸 Houston, United States

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  11. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics (PhD)

    University of Guelph 🇨🇦 Guelph, Ontario, Canada

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  12. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics (PhD)

    New York University 🇺🇸 New York, United States

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  13. Bachelor

    Physics (PHYS) (Bachelor)

    Penn State Greater Allegheny 🇺🇸 PA - Pennsylvania, United States

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  15. Undergraduate

    Physics (Undergraduate Program)

    Bellarmine University 🇺🇸 Louisville, United States

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  16. Undergraduate

    Physics (Undergraduate)

    University of Colorado at Boulder 🇺🇸 Boulder, United States

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  17. Major

    PHYSICS - College of Arts and Sciences (Major)

    University of Nebraska - Lincoln 🇺🇸 Lincoln, United States

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  18. Other programmes

    Physics Degree

    University of Seville 🇪🇸 Sevilla, Spain

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  19. Bachelor

    Physics, B.A., B.S.

    Florida Atlantic University 🇺🇸 Boca Raton, United States

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  20. Graduate

    Physics, Graduate

    Northeastern University 🇺🇸 Boston, United States

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  21. Minor

    Physics, Minor, Geauga, Kent

    Kent State University 🇺🇸 Kent, United States

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  22. Bachelor

    Physique (Bachelor)

    Université de Lyon 1 (Université Claude Bernard) 🇫🇷 Villeurbanne, 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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