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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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5,849 programmes

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  1. Master

    Physics of Materials (Msc)

    University of Peradeniya 🇱🇰 Peradeniya, Sri Lanka

  2. Other programmes

    APHY, Physics

    University of Belize 🇧🇿 Belmopan, Belize

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  4. PhD / Doctorate

    01.04.10 - Физика полупроводников (Doctorate)

    Voronezh State University 🇷🇺 Voronezh, Starij Oskol, V.Mamon, Russia

  5. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelors)

    University of Lome 🇹🇬 Lome, Togo

  6. Master

    Physics (M.Sc. Program)

    Jazan University 🇸🇦 Jazan K.S.A, Saudi Arabia

  7. PhD / Doctorate

    Geophysics (Doctorate)

    University of São Paulo 🇧🇷 Sao Paulo, Brazil

  8. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics (PhD)

    American University of Beirut 🇱🇧 Beirut, Lebanon

  9. Diploma

    DES in Physics (Diploma)

    University of Béchar 🇩🇿 Béchar, Algeria

  10. Master

    Applied Physics (Masters)

    Hashemite University 🇯🇴 Zarqa, Jordan

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  12. Bachelor

    BS in Applied Physics

    University of the Philippines Los Banos 🇵🇭 Los Baños, Philippines

  13. Minor

    Physics (Minor)

    Texas Tech University 🇺🇸 Lubbock, United States

  14. Bachelor

    BSc in Physics

    Jimma University 🇪🇹 Jimma, Ethiopia

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.

The listings come from the University Directory, which collects programmes from universities and colleges worldwide. Always check details, deadlines and fees directly with the institution.

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