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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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    Biophysics of complex systems

    Udmurt State University 🇷🇺 Ижевск, Russia

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  2. Other programmes

    Course: Modern Astrophysics

    Students Circle Network 🇺🇸 United States

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  3. Master

    Low Temperature Physics and Technology, 553124 (Master)

    Moscow Power Engineering Institute ( Technical University) 🇷🇺 Moscow, Russia

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  4. Master

    Masters in Sciences, mention in Physics

    Universidad de Chile 🇨🇱 Santiago, Chile

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    Non-Licensed Nuclear Operator (Workforce Programs)

    Columbia Basin College 🇺🇸 Pasco, WA, United States

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  7. Bachelor

    Physics (BSc Honours) (with thesis option and with co-op options)

    University of Windsor 🇨🇦 Windsor, Canada

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  8. Bachelor

    Physics (Integrated), BSc

    Swansea University 🇬🇧 Swansea, United Kingdom

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  9. Master

    Physics (Master's)

    University of Oklahoma at Norman 🇺🇸 Oklahoma, United States

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  10. Master

    Physics and Nanotechnology (Master)

    Technical University of Denmark 🇩🇰 Lyngby, Denmark

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  11. Bachelor

    Physics BA BS

    University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee 🇺🇸 Milwaukee, United States

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  12. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics, MPhil/PhD

    University of Exeter 🇬🇧 Devon, United Kingdom

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  13. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics, MPhil; PhD

    Newcastle University 🇬🇧 Newcastle, United Kingdom

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    Physics, MPhys(Hons)

    University of Central Lancashire 🇬🇧 Preston, United Kingdom

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  16. Master

    Physics, Semiconductor Physics, Master of Science

    University of South Florida 🇺🇸 Tampa, United States

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  17. Master

    Physics,Binghamton University, M.S.

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

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  18. Other programmes

    Physik - Lehramt an berufsbildenden Schulen

    University of Osnabruck 🇩🇪 Osnabrück, Germany, Germany

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  19. Bachelor

    Physik, Bachelor of Science, WS/SoSe

    Goethe University Frankfurt, Germany 🇩🇪 Frankfurt am Main, Germany

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  20. Master

    Atomic & Molecular physics (Masters)

    University of Science and Technology of China 🇨🇳 Hefei, China

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  21. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Science in Physics

    Chapman University 🇺🇸 Orange, California, United States

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  22. PhD / Doctorate

    Geophysics, Royal Holloway, PhD

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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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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