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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

    Physics (Major)

    Norfolk State University 🇺🇸 Norfolk, United States

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  2. Master

    Physics (Masters)

    Florida State University 🇺🇸 Tallahassee, United States

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  3. Other programmes

    Physics (PHYS)

    Gavilan College 🇺🇸 Gilroy, United States

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  4. Bachelor

    Physics (PHYS) (Bachelor)

    Penn State Worthington Scranton 🇺🇸 Dunmore, United States

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  6. Bachelor

    Physics General Program (BA)

    University of Michigan - Flint 🇺🇸 Flint, United States

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  7. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics, College of Science, degrees:MS, PhD

    Virginia Tech, OIRED 🇺🇸 Blacksburg, United States

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  8. Master

    Physics, MSc

    University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) 🇨🇦 Prince George (BC), Canada

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  9. Other programmes

    Physik

    Leibniz University of Hannover 🇩🇪 Hannover, Germany

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  10. Master

    Physik (Bachelor/Master)

    University of Basel 🇨🇭 Basel, Switzerland

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  11. Bachelor

    Physique (Bachelor)

    University of Montréal (UdeM) 🇨🇦 Montréal (Québec), Canada

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  12. PhD / Doctorate

    Physique expérimentale et instrumentation (Doctorate)

    University of Savoja 🇫🇷 Chambery, France

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  13. PhD / Doctorate

    Plasma Physics (PhD) (Second Class Doctoral Degree)

    Beijing University of Technology 🇨🇳 Beijing, China

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  15. Master

    San Jose, MS, 30, Physics (Physics), 19021

    The California State University 🇺🇸 Long Beach, United States

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  16. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Science (Physics)

    James Cook University of North Queensland 🇦🇺 Townsville, Australia

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  17. Master

    College Teaching, Physics, Master of Arts

    University of South Florida 🇺🇸 Tampa, United States

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  18. Undergraduate

    Geophysics (Undergraduate)

    Nanjing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine 🇨🇳 Nanjing, China

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  19. Bachelor

    Geophysics, Bachelor of Science with Honours - BScHons: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time

    University of the Witwatersrand 🇿🇦 Wits, South Africa

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  20. Bachelor

    L3 PHYSIQUE ET APPLICATIONS AUX SCUE (Bachelor)

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

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  21. Major

    Major Physics and Geophysics (69 credits)

    McGill University 🇨🇦 Montreal, Quebec, Canada

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  22. Other programmes

    PHYS-PP, Pure Physics Option

    School of Humanities and Social Science | Hong Kong University of Science and Technology 🇭🇰 Hong Kong, Hong Kong

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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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