study·physics
Part of the University Directory · 65,000+ universities & colleges

Study Physics

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
Advertisement

5,849 programmes

Sort: Popular A–Z

  1. Bachelor

    Physics, B.S.

    University of Northern Iowa 🇺🇸 Cedar Falls, United States

    Programme page University profile
  2. Bachelor

    Physik (Bachelor of Arts)

    Universität Flensburg 🇩🇪 Flensburg, Germany

    Programme page University profile
  3. Other programmes

    Physik (LA-Gymnasium)

    Friedrich-Alexander University of Erlangen-Nuremberg 🇩🇪 Erlangen, Germany

    Programme page University profile
  4. Master

    Physik, Lehramt BSc, MEd (Zum Wintersemester wird nicht mehr in das erste Fachsemester des Lehramtsbachelors immatrikuliert.) (Schulformspezifischer Masterstudiengang für das Lehramt an Mittelschulen)

    Leipzig University 🇩🇪 Deutscher Platz 5, Germany

    Programme page University profile
  5. Advertisement
  6. Other programmes

    Physique

    Université de Lyon 1 (Université Claude Bernard) 🇫🇷 Villeurbanne, France

    Programme page University profile
  7. Master

    San Diego, MS, 30, Physics (Physics - General), 19021

    The California State University 🇺🇸 Long Beach, United States

    Programme page University profile
  8. Minor

    Single Subject Preliminary Credential in Physics (Minor)

    California State University Long Beach 🇺🇸 Long Beach, California, United States

    Programme page University profile
  9. Undergraduate

    Condensed Matter Physics (Undergraduate)

    Shinshu University 🇯🇵 Matsumoto, Nishi-nagano, Wakasato, Ueda, Mi, Japan

    Programme page University profile
  10. Other programmes

    Course: General Physics I

    Korea University 🇰🇷 Seoul, Korea, South Korea

    Programme page University profile
  11. Other programmes

    Course: PHY1023H - Principles of Physics A

    University of Cape Town 🇿🇦 Rondebosch, South Africa

    Programme page University profile
  12. Other programmes

    Course: Physics III: Vibrations and Waves

    Students Circle Network 🇺🇸 United States

    Programme page University profile
  13. Bachelor

    Geophysics (BSc)

    University of Calgary 🇨🇦 Calgary, Canada

    Programme page University profile
  14. Advertisement
  15. Bachelor

    Ingegneria Nucleare e della Sicurezza (Laurea / Bachelor)

    University of Pisa 🇮🇹 Pisa, Italy

    Programme page University profile
  16. Other programmes

    Mathematical physics

    Southern Federal University 🇷🇺 Rostov-on-Don / Ростов на Дону, Russia

    Programme page University profile
  17. Other programmes

    Nuclear Technology (Workforce Programs)

    Columbia Basin College 🇺🇸 Pasco, WA, United States

    Programme page University profile
  18. Other programmes

    Physics

    Tohoku University 🇯🇵 Sendai, Japan

    Programme page University profile
  19. Other programmes

    Physics

    Hanoi National University of Education 🇻🇳 Hanoi, Vietnam, Vietnam

    Programme page University profile
  20. Other programmes

    Physics

    College of the Siskiyous 🇺🇸 Weed, California, United States

    Programme page University profile
  21. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelor of Science (Technology))

    University of Waikato 🇳🇿 Hamilton, New Zealand

    Programme page University profile
  22. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelor)

    Birmingham-Southern College 🇺🇸 Birmingham, United States

    Programme page University profile

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.

Study Physics by country

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.

The listings come from the University Directory, which collects programmes from universities and colleges worldwide. Always check details, deadlines and fees directly with the institution.

Advertisement