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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. Other programmes

    Physics (Transfer Degree)

    Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College 🇺🇸 Tifton, United States

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  2. Master

    Physics, Master's programme

    University of Graz 🇦🇹 Graz, Austria

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  3. Major

    Applied Physics (Undergraduate Major)

    Kettering University 🇺🇸 Michigan, United States

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  4. PhD / Doctorate

    Atomic and Molecular Physics (Doctorate)

    Shanghai Jiao Tong University 🇨🇳 Shanghai, China

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  6. Bachelor

    Physics (full time) (Bachelor)

    Liepaja University 🇱🇻 Liepaja, Latvia

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    Applied Geophysics

    Federal University of Technology Akure 🇳🇬 Akure, Ondo Stat, Nigeria

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  8. Master

    Ciencias - Física (Masters)

    Universidad Nacional de Colombia 🇨🇴 Unidad Camilo Torres, Colombia

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  9. Other programmes

    Biophysics

    National Central University 🇹🇼 Jhongli City, Taiwan

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  10. Bachelor

    BS Physics - Specialization in Applied Physics and Instrumentation

    University of São Paulo 🇧🇷 Sao Paulo, Brazil

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  11. Diploma

    Physics (5-year specialist diploma)

    Ryazan State University 🇷🇺 Рязань, Russia

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  12. Foundation programme

    Physics (A-Level Science, Pre-University Studies)

    KDU College (PG) Sdn Bhd 🇲🇾 Penang, MALAYSIA, Malaysia

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  13. Master

    Masters in Sciences, mention in Physics

    Universidad de Chile 🇨🇱 Santiago, Chile

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  15. Major

    PHYSICS PRE-MAJOR - AS-T #2 - SCC

    Community Colleges of Spokane 🇺🇸 Spokane, United States

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  16. PhD / Doctorate

    Doctoral School of Physics

    University of Szeged 🇭🇺 Pécs, Hungary

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  17. Other programmes

    Physics

    Midlands State University (MSU) 🇿🇼 Gweru, Zimbabwe

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  18. Master

    Physics (Masters)

    Universidade Federal do Ceará 🇧🇷 Fortaleza, Brazil

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  19. Bachelor

    Applied Physics, Bachelor Degree, Institute of Physics and Technology

    National Technical University of Ukraine 🇺🇦 Kyiv-56, Ukraine

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  20. Bachelor

    Applied Science, Applied Physics Division (Bachelor)

    National Taitung University 🇹🇼 Taitung, Taiwan

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  21. Master

    Macromolecular Physics (Masters)

    Yerevan State University 🇦🇲 Yerevan, Armenia

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  22. Other programmes

    Observational Astrophysics

    Ferdowsi University of Mashhad 🇮🇷 Mashhad, Khorasan Razavi, Iran, Iran

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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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