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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

    Bachelor of Science (Geophysics)

    Curtin University of Technology, Sarawak Campus 🇲🇾 Miri, Sarawak, Malaysia

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  2. PhD / Doctorate

    Differential equationsand physics (PhD)

    National University of Uzbekistan named by after Mirza Ulugbek 🇺🇿 Tashkent, Uzbekistan

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  3. Other programmes

    Physique

    University of Batna 🇩🇿 Batna, Algeria

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  4. Master

    Master of Science (M.Sc) in Condensed Matter/Theoretical Physics

    University of Agriculture Abeokuta 🇳🇬 Abeokuta, Nigeria

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  6. Minor

    Minor Honor Program in Physics

    Sabanci University 🇹🇷 Istanbul, Turkey

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  7. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Physics

    Pedro Ruíz Gallo National University 🇵🇪 Lambayeque, Peru

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  8. Diploma

    Diplôme d'université d'évaluation de la performance et préparation physique

    Université de Besançon (Université de Franche Comté) 🇫🇷 Besançon, France

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  9. Diploma

    Diplom Physik

    Faculty of Physics and Astronomy | Ruprecht Karls University Heidelberg 🇩🇪 Heidelberg, Germany

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  10. Other programmes

    Physics

    Turkmen State University named after Magtymguly (TSU) 🇹🇲 Ashgabat, Turkmenistan

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  11. Other programmes

    Physic

    University of Buea 🇨🇲 Buéa, Cameroon

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  12. Master

    Stellar Physics and Hydrodynamics (Master theses)

    Argelander-Institut für Astronomie 🇩🇪 Bonn, Germany

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  13. Other programmes

    空间物理系

    Wuhan University of Hydraulic and Electric Engineering 🇨🇳 Wuhan, China

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  15. Master

    B.Tech. + M.Tech. - Nuclear Science & Technology (Dual Degree), Noida

    Amity University 🇮🇳 Lucknow Uttar Pradesh, India

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  16. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Applied Physics (Co-op)/Diploma of Professional Practice

    Central Queensland University 🇦🇺 Sydney, Rockhampton, Gladstone, Mackay, Bundaberg, Emerald, Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Melbourne, Australia

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  17. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics, Ph.D.

    University of Massachusetts Amherst 🇺🇸 Amherst, United States

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  18. Master

    École doctorale de Physique de Grenoble - Master de Physique de la Matière et du Rayonnement (Institut National Polytechnique de Grenoble, Université Joseph Fourier de Grenoble)

    Center for Particle Physics of Marseilles (MPCC) 🇫🇷 Marseille cedex 09, France

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  19. Other programmes

    Physics

    University of the South Pacific 🇫🇯 Port Vila, Fiji

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  20. Master

    Gerontologia, Actividade Física e Saúde no Idoso (Masters)

    Universidade de Tras-os-Montes e Alto Douro 🇵🇹 Vila Real, Portugal

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  21. Research

    International Helmholtz Research School of Biophysics and Soft Matter (IHRS BioSoft)

    University of Cologne 🇩🇪 Cologne, Germany

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  22. Other programmes

    Physics

    Goris State University 🇦🇲 C. Goris, Armenia

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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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