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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

    Science and Technology of Nuclear Fusion (Masters)

    Eindhoven University of Technology 🇳🇱 Eindhoven, Netherlands

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  2. Postgraduate

    Physics (Postgraduate)

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

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  3. Bachelor

    Physics ( Bachelors' specialty BP)

    Ternopil National Technical University 🇺🇦 Ternopil, Ukraine

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  4. Specialisation

    Physics (Speciality)

    University of Ruhuna 🇱🇰 Galle, Matara, Sri Lanka

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  6. PhD / Doctorate

    Geophysics (PhD)

    Ilia Chavchavadze State University 🇬🇪 Tbilisi, Georgia

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  7. Certificate

    PGCE Secondary (Science with Physics)

    University of Plymouth 🇬🇧 Plymouth, United Kingdom

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  8. Minor

    Physics (Minor)

    Anderson University 🇺🇸 Anderson, United States

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  9. Bachelor

    Bachelor Programme in Physics, 180 cr

    Uppsala University 🇸🇪 Uppsala, Sweden

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  10. Associate

    Physics (Associate)

    Oakton Community College 🇺🇸 Des Plaines, United States

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  11. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelor)

    University of Oulu 🇫🇮 Oulun, Finland

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  12. Master

    Astronomical Physics (Masters)

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

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  13. Master

    Thermophysics (Bachelor/Master)

    National Technical University `Kharkiv Polytechnic Institute` 🇺🇦 Kharkov, Ukraine

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  15. PhD / Doctorate

    PhD in Physics

    Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Israel 🇮🇱 Beer-Sheeva, Israel

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  16. Bachelor

    Astrophysics, BA, BS

    Baylor University 🇺🇸 Waco, United States

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  17. Bachelor

    Theoretical Physics (Bachelor)

    University of Helsinki 🇫🇮 Helsinki, Finland

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  18. Master

    Master/Diplom Thesis on Cluster Physics (Diploma theses)

    Argelander-Institut für Astronomie 🇩🇪 Bonn, Germany

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  19. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics (PhD)

    Hanoi Pedagogical University 2 🇻🇳 Phuc Yen - Vinh Phuc province / Thị xã Phúc Yên – Tỉnh Vĩnh Phúc, Vietnam

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  20. Bachelor

    Bachelor´s Programme in Biophysics, First level, 180 hp

    Stockholm University 🇸🇪 Stockholm, Sweden

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  21. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics (Doctor of Philosophy (PhD))

    University of Papua New Guinea 🇵🇬 Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

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  22. Major

    Physics Major

    University of Hong Kong (HKU) 🇭🇰 Hong Kong, Hong Kong

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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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