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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

    Nuclear Science & Technology (Bachelor)

    Amity University 🇮🇳 Lucknow Uttar Pradesh, India

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  2. Bachelor

    Physics (B.A.)

    University of Vermont 🇺🇸 Burlington, United States

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  3. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelor of Science)

    Lamar University 🇺🇸 Beaumont, United States

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  4. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelor)

    Humboldt State University 🇺🇸 Arcata, United States

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  6. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelor), Physik (Bachelor)

    Technical University of Dresden 🇩🇪 Dresden, Germany

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  7. Other programmes

    Physics (Freshman Applicants [First-year students])

    Dongguk University 🇰🇷 Seoul, Kyungju, South Korea

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  8. Graduate

    Physics (Graduate)

    Georgia State University 🇺🇸 Atlanta, United States

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  9. Minor

    Physics (Graduate) (Minor)

    St. Norbert College 🇺🇸 De Pere, United States

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  10. Bachelor

    Physics (International Study) BSc (Single honours)

    University of Birmingham 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  11. Master

    Physics (Master Grammar school teacher)

    Technical University Kaiserslautern 🇩🇪 Kaiserslautern, Germany

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  12. Other programmes

    Physics and astrophysics

    University of Dublin, Trinity College (TCD) 🇮🇪 Dublin, Ireland

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  13. Master

    Physics MSc (Taught Degree)

    University College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  15. Postgraduate

    Physics of semiconductors (Postgraduate)

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

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  16. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics Ph.D. (UC Irvine)

    University of California 🇺🇸 Oakland, United States

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  17. Master

    Physics with Theoretical Physics (subject to approval), MSci, Full Time, F302

    Kings College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  18. Other programmes

    Physics, AS (Bakersfield College)

    Kern Community College District 🇺🇸 California, United States

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  19. Master

    Physics, Master Vocational school teacher, WS and SS

    Technical University Kaiserslautern 🇩🇪 Kaiserslautern, Germany

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  20. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics, MS, PhD, Blacksburg

    Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University 🇺🇸 Blacksburg, United States

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  21. Master

    Physics, MSc, Part Time, Full Time

    Kings College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  22. Other programmes

    Physics, Three-year

    University of Ferrara 🇮🇹 Ferrara, Italy

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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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