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. Other programmes

    Radiophysics

    Volgograd State University 🇷🇺 Volgograd, Urupinsk, Michaelovka, Akhtubinsk, Kalach-on-Don, Frolovo, Volzhesky, Russia

    Programme page University profile
  2. Master

    Astrophysics, University College London, Master's Degree

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

    Programme page University profile
  3. Other programmes

    Física

    National University of South 🇦🇷 Bahía Blanca, Argentina

    Programme page University profile
  4. Major

    Physics (Major)

    Wheeling Jesuit University 🇺🇸 Wheeling, United States

    Programme page University profile
  5. Advertisement
  6. Minor

    Physics (Minor)

    Western Illinois University 🇺🇸 Macomb, United States

    Programme page University profile
  7. Research

    Physics (Research degree)

    Queen Mary University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

    Programme page University profile
  8. Master

    Physics MS

    University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee 🇺🇸 Milwaukee, United States

    Programme page University profile
  9. Master

    Physics, M.S. (PHYSMS)

    University of Arkansas 🇺🇸 Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States

    Programme page University profile
  10. Undergraduate

    Single Subject Preliminary Credential in Physics (code 183) (Undergraduate)

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

    Programme page University profile
  11. Other programmes

    Theoretical Physics

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

    Programme page University profile
  12. Master

    Astrophysics, Royal Holloway, MPhil

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

    Programme page University profile
  13. Master

    Master In Physics And Technology Of Materials

    University of Pais Vasco 🇪🇸 Parque Tecnológico de Bizkaia, Spain

    Programme page University profile
  14. Advertisement
  15. Other programmes

    MPhys Physics with Study in North America, Australia or New Zealand

    University of Exeter 🇬🇧 Devon, United Kingdom

    Programme page University profile
  16. Bachelor

    Nuclear Physics (Bachelor)

    Arkansas Tech University, Ozark Campus 🇺🇸 Ozark, Arkansas, United States

    Programme page University profile
  17. Other programmes

    Physics

    Mesa Community College, Southern and Dobson Campus 🇺🇸 Mesa, United States

    Programme page University profile
  18. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelor) (Bachelor of Science)

    Henderson State University 🇺🇸 Arkadelphia, Arkansas, United States

    Programme page University profile
  19. Major

    Physics (Major)

    College of Letters & Science | University of Wisconsin-Madison 🇺🇸 Madison, United States

    Programme page University profile
  20. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics of surfaces and interfaces (PhD)

    Politecnico di Torino 🇮🇹 Torino (Italy), Italy

    Programme page University profile
  21. Other programmes

    Physics with a Year in the USA MPhys - MPhys (Hons)

    University of Kent 🇬🇧 Kent, Canterbury, United Kingdom

    Programme page University profile
  22. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics, University College London, PhD

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

    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