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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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  1. Postgraduate

    Physics (SPH) (Postgraduate)

    University of Zimbabwe 🇿🇼 Harare, Zimbabwe

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  2. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics (PhD)

    Dagestan State University 🇷🇺 Makhachkala, Republic of Dagestan, Russia, Russia

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  3. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Education in Physics

    African Virtual University, Kenia 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

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  4. Bachelor

    Nano physique des lasers et optoélectronique (Bachelor)

    University of 'Oran 🇩🇿 Oran, Algeria

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  6. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelor)

    Al- Hikmah University 🇳🇬 Ilorin, Nigeria

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  7. Master

    Applied Physics (Master)

    Chalmers University of Technology 🇸🇪 Göteborg, Sweden

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  8. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics (PhD)

    University of Sindh 🇵🇰 Jamshoro, Pakistan

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  9. Graduate

    Physics (Graduate)

    University of Mosul 🇮🇶 Mosul, Iraq

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  10. Master

    Physik, Master

    Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus-Senftenberg 🇩🇪 Cottbus, Germany

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  11. Master

    Astrophysics (Masters)

    Yerevan State University 🇦🇲 Yerevan, Armenia

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  12. Master

    Geophysics (Masters)

    Aarhus University 🇩🇰 Aarhus, Denmark

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  13. Other programmes

    Reality, Being and Existence: an Introduction to Metaphysics (Online) (Short course)

    University of Oxford 🇬🇧 Oxford United Kingdom, United Kingdom

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  15. Master

    Master of Science in Physics

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

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  16. Bachelor

    Mathematical Physics (Bachelor)

    Trent University 🇨🇦 Peterborough, Ontario, Canada

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  17. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelor)

    Dhofar University 🇴🇲 Salalah, Oman

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  18. Master

    Advanced Science (Physical Science Pathway - Astrophysics) MRes(Full-time)

    University of Liverpool 🇬🇧 Liverpool, United Kingdom

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  19. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics (PhD)

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

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  20. Master

    Applied Physics (G) (Master)

    University of Groningen 🇳🇱 Groningen, Netherlands

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  21. Major

    Applied Physics (Undergraduate Major at Xavier University USA)

    Xavier University 🇵🇭 Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines

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  22. Other programmes

    Nonlinear Optics and Quantum Radiophysics

    T. G. Shevchenko University 🇷🇺 Tiraspol, Russia

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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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