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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. PhD / Doctorate

    Experimental Physics - Structured M.Sc/ Ph.D. Programme MHL02

    University of Gerardo Barrios 🇸🇻 San Miguel, El Salvador , C.A., El Salvador

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  2. Other programmes

    Astrophysics

    Kings College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  3. Master

    Division of Precision Science & Technology and Applied Physics (Masters)

    Osaka University 🇯🇵 Osaka /, Japan

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  4. Research

    Physics : MSc (by research)

    Lancaster University 🇬🇧 Lancaster, United Kingdom

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  6. Other programmes

    Physique

    Université de N'djamena 🇹🇩 N'Djamena TCHAD / CHAD, Chad

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  7. Master

    École doctorale de Physique et d’Astrophysique de Lyon - Master de Physique Théorique Rhône Alpin, DEA Particules, Noyaux Atomes et Photons (École Normale Supérieure de Lyon, Université Claude Bernard de Lyon, Université Joseph Fourier de Grenoble, Université de Savoie de Chambéry)

    Center for Particle Physics of Marseilles (MPCC) 🇫🇷 Marseille cedex 09, France

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  8. PhD / Doctorate

    Ph.D. in nuclear physics

    University of Mosul 🇮🇶 Mosul, Iraq

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  9. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Science Degree in Physics

    University of Guyana 🇬🇾 Georgetown, Corentyne, Berbice, Guyana

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  10. PhD / Doctorate

    Doctorat Geophysique

    Université Louis Pasteur (Strasbourg I) 🇫🇷 Strasbourg Cedex, France

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  11. Master

    Master of Technology (M.Tech) (Applied Geophysics)

    Federal University of Technology Akure 🇳🇬 Akure, Ondo Stat, Nigeria

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  12. Major

    Applied Physics (Major Option)

    Humboldt State University 🇺🇸 Arcata, United States

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  13. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelors)

    University of Liberia 🇱🇷 Monrovia, Liberia

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  15. Research

    Condensed Matter Physics (Post-Doctoral Research Programs) (Doctorate)

    Wuhan University 🇨🇳 Wuhan, China

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  16. Other programmes

    PHY, Physics

    Michigan State University, Dubai (MSU Dubai) 🇦🇪 Dubai International Academic City, United Arab Emirates

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  17. Bachelor

    2011年复旦大学外国留学生本科入学考试大纲 -- 物理 (Bachelor)

    Fudan University 🇨🇳 Shanghai, China

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  18. PhD / Doctorate

    Atomic, molecular and condensed matter physics (PhD)

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

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  19. Master

    Applied Physics, MS, post-master’s certificate, Part-time

    Johns Hopkins University 🇺🇸 Baltimore, United States

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  20. Major

    Geophysics (Major)

    Tohoku University 🇯🇵 Sendai, Japan

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  21. Postgraduate

    Physics (Postgraduate)

    Polytechnical University of Kabul (PUK) 🇦🇫 Kabul, Afghanistan

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  22. Master

    Biophysics (Masters)

    V.I. Vernadsky Taurida National University 🇺🇦 Simferopol, Ukraine

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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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