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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

    Physik, Master (M.Ed.) - konsekutiv

    University of Mainz 🇩🇪 Mainz, Germany

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  2. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Science in Applied Physics

    California State University, San Marcos 🇺🇸 San Marcos, California, United States

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  3. Other programmes

    Biophysics

    University of Toronto 🇨🇦 Toronto, Canada

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  4. Master

    Department of Physics (Masters)

    Huazhong University of Science and Technology 🇨🇳 Wuhan, China

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  6. PhD / Doctorate

    DOCT. UNIV. PHYSIQUE DE LA MATIERE (Doctorate)

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

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  7. PhD / Doctorate

    DOCT. UNIV. PHYSIQUE ET INGENIERIE DES PLASMAS DE DECHARGE (Doctorate)

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

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  8. Postgraduate

    Electrophysics, electrophysical plants (Postgraduate)

    St. Petersburg State Polytechnical University 🇷🇺 St. Petersburg, Russia

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  9. Bachelor

    Geophysics (BSc)

    University of Edinburgh 🇬🇧 Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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  10. Postgraduate

    Geophysics and geophysical methods of mineral exploration (Postgraduate)

    Saint Petersburg State University 🇷🇺 St. Petersburg, Russia

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  11. Bachelor

    Geophysics/Applied Geophysics (B.S.)

    University of California, Los Angeles 🇺🇸 Los Angeles, United States

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  12. Master

    M.Sc Physics (Master)

    Prist University 🇮🇳 Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, India

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  13. Bachelor

    MPhys (Hons) Physics with Nuclear Astrophysics (Bachelor)

    University of Surrey 🇬🇧 Surrey, United Kingdom

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  15. PhD / Doctorate

    PhD in Biophysics

    University of California, Berkeley 🇺🇸 Berkeley, California, United States

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  16. Minor

    Physics ( Minor)

    University of Kansas 🇺🇸 Lawrence, United States

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  17. Graduate

    Physics (Graduate Program)

    New Mexico State University 🇺🇸 Las Cruces, United States

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  18. Major

    Physics (Major)

    University of Pittsburgh 🇺🇸 Pittsburgh, United States

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  19. Major

    Physics (Major) (College of Science)

    Texas A and M University 🇺🇸 College Station, United States

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  20. Master

    Physics (Masters)

    Nanjing University of Technology 🇨🇳 Nanjing, China

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  21. Major

    Physics (Undergraduate Major)

    John Carroll University 🇺🇸 Cleveland, United States

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  22. Major

    Physics (Undergraduate) (Majors )

    Bradley University 🇺🇸 Peoria, United States

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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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