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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.

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  • 1,687 institutions
  • 142 countries
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    Physics (Specialist)

    Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv 🇺🇦 Kiev, Ukraine

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  2. Master

    Physics (two-year Master's course carries a total of 120 credit points (CP))

    Humboldt University 🇩🇪 Berlin, Germany

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  3. Undergraduate

    Physics (Undergraduate)

    East Carolina University 🇺🇸 Greenville, United States

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  4. Undergraduate

    Physics (Undergraduate)

    University of Insubria 🇮🇹 Varese, Italy

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  6. Undergraduate

    Physics (Undergraduate)

    São Paulo State University 🇧🇷 Brazil

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  7. Major

    Physics (Undergraduate) (Majors)

    University of Washington 🇺🇸 Seattle, WA, United States

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  8. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics MPhil/PhD

    University of Liverpool 🇬🇧 Liverpool, United Kingdom

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  9. Bachelor

    Physics, B.S.

    Penn State Erie - The Behrend College 🇺🇸 Erie, United States

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  10. Bachelor

    Sacramento, BA, 120, Physics (Physics)

    The California State University 🇺🇸 Long Beach, United States

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  11. Bachelor

    San Francisco, BA, 120, Physics (Physics - GENERAL)

    The California State University 🇺🇸 Long Beach, United States

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  12. Bachelor

    San Francisco, BS, 120, Physics (Astrophysics)

    The California State University 🇺🇸 Long Beach, United States

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  13. PhD / Doctorate

    Technical Physics (PhD)

    Al-Farabi Kazakh National University 🇰🇿 Almaty, Kazakhstan

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  15. Bachelor

    Theoretical Physics, BSc (Hons) (Undergraduate)

    Queen Mary University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  16. Undergraduate

    Astrophysics, MSci (Hons) (Undergraduate)

    Queen Mary University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  17. Bachelor

    E026003, Physics II. - Seminary, W, 2, unlimited (Bachelor)

    Czech Technical University of Prague 🇨🇿 Prague, Czech Republic

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  18. Master

    M.Sc(Hons.) Physics-M.Tech CSE(Dual Degree), Duration: 4 years (Semester System)

    Lovely Professional University 🇮🇳 Phagwara, India

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  19. Master

    Master Physique - Matière condensée et nanophysique

    University of Strasbourg 🇫🇷 Strasbourg, France

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  20. PhD / Doctorate

    PhD in Physics (C25) (Programme in Spain)

    University of Valladolid 🇪🇸 Valladolid, Spain

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  21. Other programmes

    Physics

    University of Wisconsin - Whitewater 🇺🇸 Whitewater, United States

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  22. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelor)

    Ural State Technical University 🇷🇺 Ekaterinburg, Russia

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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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