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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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5,849 programmes

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  1. Master

    Biophysics,Buffalo, University at, M.S.

    State University of New York (SUNY) 🇺🇸 Albany,New York, United States

  2. Other programmes

    Course: Complementos de Física

    University of Seville 🇪🇸 Sevilla, Spain

  3. Other programmes

    Course: Nuclear Reactor Safety

    Students Circle Network 🇺🇸 United States

  4. PhD / Doctorate

    Geophysics (PhD) (UC San Diego)

    University of California 🇺🇸 Oakland, United States

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  6. Master

    Master Physique - Astrophysique

    University of Strasbourg 🇫🇷 Strasbourg, France

  7. PhD / Doctorate

    Nuclear Physics (PhD)

    Al-Farabi Kazakh National University 🇰🇿 Almaty, Kazakhstan

  8. Master

    Nuclear Science & Technology (Masters)

    Amity University 🇮🇳 Lucknow Uttar Pradesh, India

  9. Other programmes

    Physics

    Xavier University 🇵🇭 Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines

  10. Other programmes

    Physics

    New York University 🇺🇸 New York, United States

  11. Other programmes

    Physics

    Xavier University 🇺🇸 Ohio, United States

  12. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelor)

    Georgia Regents University 🇺🇸 Augusta, United States

  13. Bachelor

    physics (Bachelor)

    Evergreen State College 🇺🇸 Olympia, WA, United States

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  15. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelors)

    Queen`s University of Belfast 🇬🇧 Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

  16. Major

    Physics (Major)

    North Central College 🇺🇸 Naperville, United States

  17. Major

    Physics (Major)

    The University of Wisconsin - Madison 🇺🇸 Madison, United States

  18. Major

    Physics (Major)

    University of Wisconsin, Barron County 🇺🇸 Rice Lake, United States

  19. Master

    Physics (Masters)

    University of Szeged 🇭🇺 Pécs, Hungary

  20. Undergraduate

    Physics (Undergraduate)

    Beihua University 🇨🇳 Jilin City, Jilin Province, P. R. China, China

  21. Undergraduate

    Physics (Undergraduate)

    University of Jos 🇳🇬 Jos, Plateau State Nigeria, Nigeria

  22. Bachelor

    Physics BSc (Hons)

    University of Liverpool 🇬🇧 Liverpool, United Kingdom

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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