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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. Master

    Physique du rayonnement, spectroscopie et optoélectronique (A) (Masters)

    Université de Ouargla 🇩🇿 Ouargla Algérie, Algeria

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  2. Other programmes

    Bonn International Physics Programme (BIPP)

    Argelander-Institut für Astronomie 🇩🇪 Bonn, Germany

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  3. Bachelor

    16URF1, Introductory radiation physics 1, W, 4, unlimited (Bachelor)

    Czech Technical University of Prague 🇨🇿 Prague, Czech Republic

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  4. Diploma

    D.U.T. Mesures physiques (Diploma)

    University of Orleans 🇫🇷 Orléans Cedex 2 France, France

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  6. PhD / Doctorate

    Ph.D. in Astrophysics

    Pontifical Catholic University of Chile 🇨🇱 Santiago, Chile

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  7. Master

    Physics (Masters)

    Salahaddin University - Erbil 🇮🇶 Erbil, Iraq

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  8. Bachelor

    Baccalauréat universitaire en physique

    University of Geneva 🇨🇭 Geneva, Switzerland

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  9. Other programmes

    Biophysik

    University of Basel 🇨🇭 Basel, Switzerland

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  10. PhD / Doctorate

    Ph.D in Physics

    Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST) 🇰🇪 Kakamega, Kenya

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  11. PhD / Doctorate

    Ph.D in Physics

    The University of Tokyo 🇯🇵 Tokyo, Komaba, Kashiwa, Japan

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  12. Other programmes

    Physics

    Universidade Pedagógica 🇲🇿 Maputo, Mozambique

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  13. PhD / Doctorate

    Postdoctoral Position in Theoretical Astrophysics and Cosmology

    Argelander-Institut für Astronomie 🇩🇪 Bonn, Germany

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  15. Bachelor

    Applied Physics (Bachelor)

    Eindhoven University of Technology 🇳🇱 Eindhoven, Netherlands

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  16. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics (678900), MA, PhD

    University of Texas at Austin 🇺🇸 Austin, United States

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  17. Major

    Applied Physics (Major)

    Gwangju Institute of Sclence and Technology 🇰🇷 Gwangju, South Korea

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  18. Scholarship

    Benjamin C. Shen Endowed Fund in Physics (Scholarship) (Continuing Student Undergrad Scholarship) (UC Riverside)

    University of California 🇺🇸 Oakland, United States

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  19. Minor

    Biophysics, Minor

    University of the Sciences in Philadelphia 🇺🇸 Philadelphia, United States

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  20. Master

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

    University of Liverpool 🇬🇧 Liverpool, United Kingdom

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  21. Research

    PhD studentship in Theoretical Physics (Statistical Physics) (Research)

    Coventry University 🇬🇧 Coventry, United Kingdom

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  22. Bachelor

    BSc PHYSICS WITH ASTROPHYSICS

    University of Gerardo Barrios 🇸🇻 San Miguel, El Salvador , C.A., El Salvador

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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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