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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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    Applied physics (Distance Learning)

    Kazakh National Technical University named after K.I.Satpaev 🇰🇿 Almaty / г. Алматы, Kazakhstan

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  2. Specialisation

    Applied Physics Specialization (option)

    University of Waterloo 🇨🇦 Waterloo, Canada

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  3. Master

    Applied Geophysics (track), Master

    Delft University of Technology 🇳🇱 Delft, Netherlands

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  4. Bachelor

    16URF2, Introductory radiation physics 2, S, 4, unlimited (Bachelor)

    Czech Technical University of Prague 🇨🇿 Prague, Czech Republic

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  6. Master

    Computational and Applied Physics (Masters)

    Technical University of Catalonia 🇪🇸 Barcelona, Spain

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  7. Other programmes

    Nuclear Technology

    Mandalay Technological University (MTU) 🇲🇲 Mahaaungmye, Mandalay, Myanmar, Myanmar

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    Physics

    Université Félix Houphouët-Boigny 🇨🇮 Abidjan, Ivory Coast

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  9. Major

    5В0604 - Физика (Major)

    Aktobe State University 🇰🇿 Aktobe / ул.Бр.Жубановых,263, Kazakhstan

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  10. Master

    Physics, Msc

    Al al-Bayt University 🇯🇴 Mafraq, Jordan

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  11. Other programmes

    Course: Optique Geometrique et Optique Physique

    African Virtual University, Kenia 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

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  12. Master

    MASTER PHYSIQUE SPECIALITE OMEGA: OPTIQUE, DYNAMIQUE, ENVIRONNEMENT, IMAGES, ASTROPHYSIQUE

    Nice Sophia Antipolis University 🇫🇷 Nice, France

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  13. Bachelor

    B.Sc.(Ed.) Physics

    Osun State University 🇳🇬 Oshogbo, OSUN STATE, NIGERIA, Nigeria

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  15. Other programmes

    Course: Statistical Physics

    African Virtual University, Kenia 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

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  16. Master

    Physics (Master Of Science)

    University of Siegen 🇩🇪 Siegen, Germany

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  17. PhD / Doctorate

    Biophysics (PhD)

    University of Roma 'La Sapienza' 🇮🇹 Roma, Italy

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  18. Diploma

    Biophysik (Diploma)

    Technical University Kaiserslautern 🇩🇪 Kaiserslautern, Germany

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  19. Bachelor

    Physics Department (Bachelor)

    Koya University 🇮🇶 Koya, Iraq

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  20. Other programmes

    Solid State Physics

    Daugavpils University 🇱🇻 Daugavpils, Latvia

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  21. Bachelor

    11FYPO1, Surface Physics 1, W, 2, unlimited (Bachelor)

    Czech Technical University of Prague 🇨🇿 Prague, Czech Republic

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  22. PhD / Doctorate

    Theoretical Physics (PhD)

    Beni Suef University 🇪🇬 Beni Suef, Egypt

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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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