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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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  • 1,687 institutions
  • 142 countries
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  1. Undergraduate

    Physical Science, Physics (Undergraduate)

    Union University 🇺🇸 Jackson, Germantown,Hendersonville, United States

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  2. Bachelor

    Physics (BA)

    University of Texas at Arlington 🇺🇸 Arlington, TX, United States

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  3. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelor Of Arts)

    San Francisco State University 🇺🇸 San Francisco, United States

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  4. Graduate

    Physics (Graduate)

    Concordia University-Nebraska 🇺🇸 Seward, United States

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  6. Major

    Physics (Major)

    Ohio State University 🇺🇸 Columbus, United States

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  7. Major

    Physics (Major)

    Bethel University (Minn.) 🇺🇸 St. Paul, United States

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  8. Major

    Physics (Major)

    Elon University 🇺🇸 North Carolina, United States

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  9. Minor

    Physics (Minor)

    San Francisco State University 🇺🇸 San Francisco, United States

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  10. Minor

    Physics (Minor)

    State University of New York at Stony Brook 🇺🇸 Stony Brook, New York, United States

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  11. Undergraduate

    Physics (Undergraduate)

    Universidade de Brasília 🇧🇷 Brasilia, Brazil

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  12. Undergraduate

    Physics (Undergraduate)

    University of Strathclyde 🇬🇧 Glasgow, United Kingdom

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  13. Bachelor

    Physics - Bachelor's degree in physics

    Laval University 🇨🇦 Quebec, Canada

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  15. Master

    Physics and laser Sciences (Master of Science)

    Minoufiya University 🇪🇬 Shebin Al-Kom, Menoufia, Egypt

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  16. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics of the Devices, Elements and Systems (PhD)

    Sumy State University 🇺🇦 Sumy, Ukraine

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  17. Master

    Physics, Computational: Master's (Graduate Major)

    University of Alaska - Fairbanks 🇺🇸 Fairbanks, United States

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  18. Other programmes

    Tuesday Seminars on Theoretical Geophysics (ITG, DAMTP)

    Department of Applied Mathematics and Physics Theoretical, University of Cambridge (DAMTP) 🇬🇧 Cambridge, United Kingdom

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  19. Major

    Major, Physics - Concentrations and Tracks: Applied Physics

    Towson University 🇺🇸 Towson, United States

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  20. Master

    Master in Physics and Laser Technology

    University of Valladolid 🇪🇸 Valladolid, Spain

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  21. Master

    Master of Science degree in applied marine physics

    University of Miami 🇺🇸 Coral Gables, Miami, Coconut Grove, United States

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  22. Master

    Master Programme in Physics, 120 cr

    Uppsala University 🇸🇪 Uppsala, Sweden

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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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