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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. Major

    Astrophysics Interdepartmental Major

    Wellesley College 🇺🇸 Wellesley, United States

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  2. Other programmes

    M. Sc .in Physics (Atomic Physics)

    University of Khartoum 🇸🇩 Khartoum, Sudan

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  3. Major

    Major of postgraduate training in mathematical Physics

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

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  4. Undergraduate

    Computational and Theoretical Physics (Undergraduate)

    National Technical University of Athens 🇬🇷 Athens, Greece

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  6. Master

    Astrophysics MSc (Taught Degree)

    University College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  7. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Science Honours in Physics

    University of Cape Town 🇿🇦 Rondebosch, South Africa

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  8. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics (PhD)

    University of Juba 🇸🇸 Juba Town, Temporary Campus AlKaduro - Khartoum North, South Sudan

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  9. PhD / Doctorate

    Astrophysics (PhD)

    Arizona State University at Tempe 🇺🇸 Tempe, Arizona, United States

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  10. Master

    Astrophysics, MSci, 4 years

    University College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  11. Master

    Master of Physics (MOP)

    Iligan Institute of Technology (MSU-IIT | Mindanao State University 🇵🇭 Tibanga, Iligan City, Philippines

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  12. Master

    MSc Biophysics

    Manipal University 🇮🇳 Manipal, India

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  13. Bachelor

    Physics (Teacher Training Bachelor)

    Hanoi National University of Education 🇻🇳 Hanoi, Vietnam, Vietnam

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  15. Major

    Biophysics (Major)

    University of Guelph 🇨🇦 Guelph, Ontario, Canada

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  16. Master

    Physics [LM] (Masters)

    University of Bologna 🇮🇹 Bologna, Italy

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  17. Bachelor

    B.Sc. Ed. Physics (Bachelor)

    Gombe State University (GSU) 🇳🇬 Gombe, Nigeria

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  18. Master

    Masters in Computational Physics

    Aristotle University of Thessaloniki 🇬🇷 Thessaloniki, Greece

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  19. Master

    Physics (Masters)

    Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, Lausanne 🇨🇭 Lausanne, Switzerland

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  20. Major

    Atom and molecule physics (Major)

    Anhui Normal University 🇨🇳 Wuhu City, China

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  21. PhD / Doctorate

    Molecular and Cellular Biophysics, PhD

    University of Denver 🇺🇸 Denver, United States

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  22. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelor)

    Al-Balqa Applied University 🇯🇴 Al-Salt, Jordan

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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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