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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

    Physics (Masters)

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

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  2. Minor

    Physics (Minor)

    Utrecht University (UU) 🇳🇱 Utrecht, Netherlands

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  3. Other programmes

    Applied Physics (Specialist)

    Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv 🇺🇦 Kiev, Ukraine

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  4. PhD / Doctorate

    Atomic and Molecular Physics (Doctoral Degree (3-4 Years))

    Sichuan University 🇨🇳 Chengdu, Sichuan Province, P.R. China, China

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  6. Associate

    Physics (Associate of Arts and Science Degree with Emphasis)

    University of Wisconsin Manitowoc 🇺🇸 Manitowoc, United States

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  7. Bachelor

    Astrophysics, BSc(Hons)

    University of Central Lancashire 🇬🇧 Preston, United Kingdom

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  8. Master

    Atomic and Molecular Physics Master / Ph.D.

    Nanjing University 🇨🇳 Jiangsu, China

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  9. PhD / Doctorate

    EDPY Physics (Doctorate)

    Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) 🇨🇭 Lausanne, Switzerland

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  10. Bachelor

    Licence Physique, Sciences pour l'Ingénieur (SPI) (Licences générale)

    Université de Versailles Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines 🇫🇷 Versailles, France

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  11. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelor)

    National University of Uzbekistan named by after Mirza Ulugbek 🇺🇿 Tashkent, Uzbekistan

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  12. Other programmes

    Physics -Early Introduction in the Study of Physics FIPS (Distance Learning)

    Technical University Kaiserslautern 🇩🇪 Kaiserslautern, Germany

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  13. Bachelor

    B.S. in Biophysics

    Iowa State University 🇺🇸 Ames, United States

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  15. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics (PhD, MSc)

    Ryerson University 🇨🇦 Toronto, Canada

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  16. Other programmes

    Physics

    Hue University 🇻🇳 Hue, Vietnam

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  17. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelor)

    Zhetisu State University named after I.Zhansugurova 🇰🇿 Taldykorgan, Kazakhstan

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  18. Other programmes

    Theoretical Physics and EA Elements

    Ternopil National Technical University 🇺🇦 Ternopil, Ukraine

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  19. Master

    Nonlinear Mathematical Physics (Master)

    Technical University of Denmark 🇩🇰 Lyngby, Denmark

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  20. Bachelor

    Theoretical Physics (Spécialités Licence)

    Université de Constantine 🇩🇿 Constantine, Algeria

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  21. Bachelor

    Applied Physics (Bachelor)

    North China Electric Power University 🇨🇳 Baoding, China

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  22. PhD / Doctorate

    Atom and Molecular Physics (PhD) (Second Class Doctoral Degree)

    Beijing University of Technology 🇨🇳 Beijing, China

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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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