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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. Postgraduate

    Theoretical Physics (Postgraduate Program)

    Wuhan University of Technology (WUT) 🇨🇳 Wuhan, China

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  2. Master

    Astrophysics MSci

    Department of Physics and Astronomy, University College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  3. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Science in Physics

    Taylor University 🇺🇸 Upland, United States

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  4. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Science in Physics (Computation)

    University of Texas at Austin 🇺🇸 Austin, United States

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  6. Bachelor

    BS in Physics

    Philander Smith College 🇺🇸 Little Rock, Arkansas, United States

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  7. Other programmes

    Course: Mathematical Physics II

    African Virtual University, Kenia 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

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  8. Specialisation

    Física Médica (Postgraduate) (Speciality)

    Universidad Central de Venezuela 🇻🇪 Caracas, Venezuela

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  9. Bachelor

    Geophysics, BS

    Baylor University 🇺🇸 Waco, United States

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  10. Master

    M.A.T. (Single Subject - Physics)

    University of California, Irvine 🇺🇸 Irvine, United States

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  11. Master

    M.S. in Physics

    Carnegie Mellon University 🇺🇸 Pittsburgh, United States

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  12. Other programmes

    Particle Physics | DPhil

    University of Oxford, Oriel College 🇬🇧 Oxford, United Kingdom

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  13. Other programmes

    Physics

    University of Plovdiv 🇧🇬 Plovdiv, Bulgaria

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  15. Other programmes

    Physics

    Clarkson University 🇺🇸 Potsdam, United States

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  16. Other programmes

    Physics

    Institute of Technology Telecommunication 🇻🇳 Hanoi, Vietnam

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  17. Bachelor

    Physics (BA), Nanotechnology - Requirements and Policies

    Millersville University of Pennsylvania 🇺🇸 Millersville, United States

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  18. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelor)

    Kyung Hee University 🇰🇷 Seoul, South Korea

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  19. Undergraduate

    Physics (m) (Undergraduate)

    Dominican University 🇺🇸 River Forest, United States

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  20. Major

    Physics (Major)

    University of Hartford 🇺🇸 West Hartford, United States

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  21. Major

    Physics (Major)

    College of William and Mary 🇺🇸 Williamsburg, United States

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  22. Bachelor

    Physics (Okanagan), Irving K. Barber School of Arts and Sciences, Bachelor of Science, UBC Okanagan

    The University of British Columbia - Vancouver Campus 🇨🇦 Vancouver B.C., Canada

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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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