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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. PhD / Doctorate

    Doctor of Philosophy in Physics

    Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) 🇮🇳 New Delhi, India

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  2. PhD / Doctorate

    Doctorat Biophysique

    Université Louis Pasteur (Strasbourg I) 🇫🇷 Strasbourg Cedex, France

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  3. Specialisation

    Physics (Specialization)

    Russian State Hydrometeorological University 🇷🇺 Saint Petersburg / Санкт-Петербург, Russia

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  4. Undergraduate

    Physics (Undergraduate)

    Polytechnical University of Kabul (PUK) 🇦🇫 Kabul, Afghanistan

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  6. Diploma

    Physics (Diploma)

    University of the South Pacific 🇫🇯 Suva, Fiji

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  7. Master

    Préparation physique et mentale et réathlétisation (PPMR) (Masters)

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

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  8. Bachelor

    Bachelor Sc Applied Physics

    University of Durban - Westville 🇿🇦 Ashwood, Durban, South Africa

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  9. Other programmes

    Activités physiques adaptées et santé

    University of Montpellier 1 🇫🇷 Montpellier Cedex 2, France

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  10. Scholarship

    Michael Devirian Physics Student Award Fund (Continuing Undergraduate Students)

    University of California, Riverside 🇺🇸 Riverside, United States

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  11. Other programmes

    Optics & Modern Physics

    Sarhad University of Science and Information Technology 🇵🇰 Peshawar, Pakistan

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  12. Undergraduate

    Physics (Undergraduate)

    Diponegoro University 🇮🇩 Semarang, Indonesia

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  13. Master

    Nuclear physics (Master)

    King Saud University 🇸🇦 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

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  15. Diploma

    Diplom Technische Physik

    Ilmenau University of Technology 🇩🇪 Ilmenau, Germany

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  16. Master

    Master of Science in Teaching Physics

    University of Northern Philippines 🇵🇭 Vigan City, City of Candon, Philippines

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  17. PhD / Doctorate

    Doctor of Philosophy in Physics

    Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

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  18. PhD / Doctorate

    Applied Physics, M.S., Ph.D.

    University of Maryland Baltimore County 🇺🇸 Baltimore, United States

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  19. Other programmes

    Physics

    Islamia University Bahawalpur 🇵🇰 Bahawalpur, Pakistan

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  20. Master

    Advanced Science (Physical Science Pathway - Nanoscale and Condensed Matter Physics) MRes

    University of Liverpool 🇬🇧 Liverpool, United Kingdom

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  21. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics (M.S., Ph.D.)

    Auburn University 🇺🇸 Auburn, United States

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  22. Master

    Physics (Masters)

    Shahjalal University of Science and Technology (SUST) 🇧🇩 Sylhet, Bangladesh

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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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