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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. Bachelor

    Physics, Pure and Applied Science, Bachelor of Science, Honours Conversion, Second Major

    Acadia University (AU) 🇨🇦 Nova Scotia, Canada

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  2. Undergraduate

    Physics, University College London, First Degree (Undergraduate)

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  3. Undergraduate

    Geophysics, University College London, First Degree (Undergraduate)

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  4. Master

    Nuclear Technology & Application (Masters)

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

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  6. Other programmes

    Physics EDEXCEL GCE AS-level

    Cornwall College 🇬🇧 Redruth, United Kingdom

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  7. Other programmes

    Physics with Study in North America - MPhys (F305)

    University of Sheffield 🇬🇧 Sheffield, United Kingdom

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  8. Undergraduate

    Physics, Queen Mary, First Degree (Undergraduate)

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  9. Master

    Computational and Applied Physics (Masters)

    Technical University of Catalonia 🇪🇸 Barcelona, Spain

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  10. Other programmes

    Physics and Astrophysics - MPhys (F3F5)

    University of Sheffield 🇬🇧 Sheffield, United Kingdom

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  11. Other programmes

    Physics EDEXCEL GCE A2-level

    Cornwall College 🇬🇧 Redruth, United Kingdom

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  12. Master

    Physik (Masters)

    Free University Berlin 🇩🇪 Berlin, Germany

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  13. Master

    Physik (Masters)

    Free University Berlin 🇩🇪 Berlin, Germany

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  15. Master

    Physik (Masters)

    Free University Berlin 🇩🇪 Berlin, Germany

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  16. Teacher training

    Physik (Teacher)

    University of Tubingen 🇩🇪 Tübingen, Germany

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  17. Teacher training

    Physik (Teacher)

    University of Tubingen 🇩🇪 Tübingen, Germany

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  18. Master

    Physik, Master

    University of Technology Darmstadt 🇩🇪 Darmstadt, Germany

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  19. PhD / Doctorate

    Ciencias - Física (PhD)

    Universidad Nacional de Colombia 🇨🇴 Unidad Camilo Torres, Colombia

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  20. Other programmes

    Course: 物理学ＢⅢ（物理学専攻向け）

    Tsukuba University 🇯🇵 Tsukuba, Tokyo, Japan

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  21. Other programmes

    Lehramtsstudium Physik

    University of Innsbruck 🇦🇹 Innsbruck, Austria

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  22. Other programmes

    Physics (4 Years) [MPhys] (2014 entry)

    University of Manchester 🇬🇧 Manchester, 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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