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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

    Physics (Bachelor)

    University of North Georgia 🇺🇸 Dahlonega, United States

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  2. Master

    Physics (M.S.)

    University of Houston 🇺🇸 Houston, United States

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  3. Major

    Physics (Major)

    Harper College 🇺🇸 Palatine, United States

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  4. Master

    Physics (Master of Science)

    Manukau Institute of Technology 🇳🇿 Manukau City, New Zealand

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  6. Master

    Physics (Masters)

    Seoul National University 🇰🇷 Seoul, South Korea

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  7. Minor

    Physics (Minor)

    the Institute of Respiratory Medicine of Zhejiang University 🇨🇳 Zhejiang, China

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  8. Master

    Physics (MSc)

    University of Amsterdam 🇳🇱 Amsterdam, Netherlands

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  9. Bachelor

    Physics, Bachelor Secondary school teacher, WS and SS

    Technical University Kaiserslautern 🇩🇪 Kaiserslautern, Germany

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  10. Master

    Physics, MS

    San Diego State University 🇺🇸 San Diego, United States

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  11. Bachelor

    Physics: Analytic Track (Bachelor of Science)

    Loyola University Maryland 🇺🇸 Baltimore, Maryland, United States

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  12. Bachelor

    Physik (2 Fächer Bachelor)

    University of Oldenburg 🇩🇪 Oldenburg (Germany), Germany

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  13. Master

    PRF, study plan:Faculty of Science, study plan:Fundamental Courses for Teachers, Physics, study plan:1 (Masters)

    Palacky University 🇨🇿 Olomouc, Czech Republic

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  15. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Science in Physics

    University of Texas at Austin 🇺🇸 Austin, United States

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  16. PhD / Doctorate

    Biophysics,Buffalo, University at, Doctorate, Ph.D.

    State University of New York (SUNY) 🇺🇸 Albany,New York, United States

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  17. Master

    Master Physique - Physique subatomique et astroparticules

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

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  18. PhD / Doctorate

    Molecular and Cellular Biophysics, PhD

    University of Denver Graduate Studies 🇺🇸 Denver, United States

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  19. Other programmes

    Nuclear Weapons & Global Security

    Union of Concerned Scientists 🇬🇧 Cambridge, United Kingdom

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  20. Other programmes

    Physics

    Clark Atlanta University 🇺🇸 Atlanta, United States

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  21. Other programmes

    Physics

    University of Security Management in Kočiče 🇸🇰 Košice, Slovakia

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  22. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics (Doctor of philosophy)

    Kansas State University Salina 🇺🇸 Salina, 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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