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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. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics (Doctorate)

    University of Parma 🇮🇹 Parma, Italy

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  2. Master

    Applied Physics (Masters)

    Dnipropetrovsk National University 🇺🇦 Dnipropetrovsk / м. Дніпропетровськ, Ukraine

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  3. Bachelor

    Physics BA or BS

    Texas State University 🇺🇸 San Marcos, United States

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  4. Other programmes

    Biophysics

    University of Dohuk (UoD) 🇮🇶 Dohuk, Iraq

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  6. Master

    Experimental Physics (Masters)

    Beni Suef University 🇪🇬 Beni Suef, Egypt

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  7. Master

    Physics (Masters)

    National Tsing Hua University 🇹🇼 Hsinchu, Taiwan

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  8. Bachelor

    Specialization Physics (Bachelor)

    King Khaled University 🇸🇦 Abha, Saudi Arabia

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  9. Master

    Applied Physics, Master

    University of Oregon 🇺🇸 Eugene, United States

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  10. Master

    Geophysik (Master)

    Karlsruher Institut für Technologie (KIT) 🇩🇪 Karlsruhe, Germany

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  11. Master

    Technical Physics, Master's Degree Program

    University of Linz 🇦🇹 Linz, Austria

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  12. PhD / Doctorate

    DOCTORAT de Physique

    University of Orleans 🇫🇷 Orléans Cedex 2 France, France

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  13. PhD / Doctorate

    Doctorat Physique des archéomatériaux

    University Michel de Montaigne - Bordeaux 3 🇫🇷 Pessac, France

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  15. Master

    Geometry and theoretical physics (master level course package)

    University of Southern Denmark 🇩🇰 Odense M, Denmark

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  16. Master

    Geophysics (M.Sc.) (Master)

    Western University - Canada 🇨🇦 London, Canada

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  17. Master

    Biophysics , Master's Degree Program

    University of Linz 🇦🇹 Linz, Austria

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  18. Diploma

    DUT Mesures physiques, apprentissage (Diploma)

    Université Louis Pasteur (Strasbourg I) 🇫🇷 Strasbourg Cedex, France

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  19. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics (PhD)

    Pai Chai University 🇰🇷 Seo-Gu, Daejeon, Korea, South Korea

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  20. Other programmes

    Physics Circus

    Baylor University 🇺🇸 Waco, United States

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  21. Master

    Applied solid state physics (Masters)

    St. Petersburg State Polytechnical University 🇷🇺 St. Petersburg, Russia

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  22. PhD / Doctorate

    Ph.D. in Physics

    Pontifical Catholic University of Chile 🇨🇱 Santiago, Chile

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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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