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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. Bachelor

    Fundamental Physics (Bachelor)

    Kyoto University 🇯🇵 Kyoto, Japan

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  2. Postgraduate

    Physico-Technical (Postgraduate)

    Altai State University 🇷🇺 Barnaul / г. Барнаул, Russia

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  3. Master

    Physics - Master

    Lund University 🇸🇪 Lund, Sweden

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  4. Research

    Radio Physics (Post-Doctoral Research Programs) (Doctorate)

    Wuhan University 🇨🇳 Wuhan, China

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  6. PhD / Doctorate

    Solid State Physics (Doctorate)

    V.I. Vernadsky Taurida National University 🇺🇦 Simferopol, Ukraine

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  7. Other programmes

    应用物理学（光电技术、纳米材料技术）

    Shenyang University of Technology (SUT) 🇨🇳 Shenyang, Liaoning, China

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  8. Bachelor

    Astrophysics (BSc)

    University of Calgary 🇨🇦 Calgary, Canada

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  9. Master

    Master Physique Spé. R Physique et Nanomatériaux

    Université d'Angers 🇫🇷 Angers, France

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  10. PhD / Doctorate

    Biophysics (Doctorate)

    Ocean University of China 🇨🇳 Qingdao, China

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  11. Other programmes

    Biophysics of biological membranes

    University of Lodz (UL) 🇵🇱 Lodz / Łódź, POLAND, Poland

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  12. Bachelor

    Physics - Bachelor of Arts

    Adelphi University 🇺🇸 Garden City,, United States

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  13. Bachelor

    B.A. Science (Physics, 5-12) (Online Program)

    Western Governors University 🇺🇸 Salt Lake City, United States

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  15. Bachelor

    Grado en Física (International Bachelor\'s degree)

    University of Seville 🇪🇸 Sevilla, Spain

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  16. Bachelor

    Licence Physique (Licences générale)

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

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  17. Diploma

    Petrophysik (Diploma)

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

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  18. Bachelor

    Applied Physics (Bachelor)

    Université d' Amiens (Université de Picardie - Jules Verne) 🇫🇷 Amiens, France

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  19. Bachelor

    Geophysics (Bachelor)

    King Saud University 🇸🇦 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

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  20. Master

    Master of Science Specialising in Earth Physics

    Australian National University 🇦🇺 Canberra, Australia

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  21. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelor of Science (BSc))

    University of Papua New Guinea 🇵🇬 Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

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  22. Master

    Physics (Masters)

    University of Crete 🇬🇷 Heraklion, Greece

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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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