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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. Major

    Physics (Undergraduate Fields of Concentration / Major)

    Harvard University 🇺🇸 Cambridge, United States

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  2. Minor

    Physics Minor

    Shepherd University 🇺🇸 Shepherdstown, United States

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  3. Postgraduate

    Physics of plasma (Postgraduate)

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

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  4. Other programmes

    Physics of semi-conductors

    Kuban State University 🇷🇺 Krasnodar, Russia

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  6. Bachelor

    Physics, B.A.

    Long Island University, C.W. Post Campus 🇺🇸 Brookville, Brookville, Brooklyn, United States

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  7. Bachelor

    Physics, BS, Minor

    George Mason University 🇺🇸 Fairfax, United States

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  8. Bachelor

    Physics, with a concentration in Applied Physics (Bachelor of Science (B.S.))

    Sonoma State University 🇺🇸 Rohnert Park, United States

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  9. Other programmes

    Probabilistic Safety Assessment in Nuclear Power Plants245 (MA2820)

    Ecole centrale de Paris 🇫🇷 Paris, France

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  10. Master

    Radiophysics: (Masters)

    Kazan (Volga) Federal University 🇷🇺 Kazan Republic of Tatarstan, Russia

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  11. Other programmes

    Thermal and Statistical Physics 1

    Chonnam National University 🇰🇷 Gwangju, South Korea

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  12. Other programmes

    University Degree In Physics

    National University of South 🇦🇷 Bahía Blanca, Argentina

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  13. Master

    Astrophysics, Queen Mary, Master's Degree

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  15. Bachelor

    Biophysics (B.S.)

    Loyola University of Chicago 🇺🇸 Chicago, United States

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  16. Undergraduate

    Comprehensive General Science - Physics (Undergraduate)

    Sorrell College of Business at Troy University 🇺🇸 Troy, United States

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  17. Master

    Field course in Applied Geophysics (Master)

    Technical University of Denmark 🇩🇰 Lyngby, Denmark

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  18. Undergraduate

    Física (Undergraduate)

    University of São Paulo 🇧🇷 Sao Paulo, Brazil

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  19. Master

    Física Médica (Masters)

    Universidad Nacional de Colombia 🇨🇴 Unidad Camilo Torres, Colombia

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  20. Master

    M.Sc. (Physics)

    Eternal University 🇮🇳 Baru sahib, India

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  21. Master

    Master Physique - Physique subatomique et astroparticules

    University of Strasbourg 🇫🇷 Strasbourg, France

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  22. Master

    Nuclear Technology and Its Application (Master’s Degree (2.5-3 Years))

    Sichuan University 🇨🇳 Chengdu, Sichuan Province, P.R. China, China

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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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