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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

    Geophysics (Major)

    Sultan Qaboos University 🇴🇲 al-Khoud, Oman

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  2. Diploma

    Nuclear Physics (Diploma)

    University of Aden 🇾🇪 Aden, Yemen

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  3. Master

    Nuclear Safety and Security (Master)

    University of Pisa 🇮🇹 Pisa, Italy

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  4. Master

    Physics (Masters)

    Ball State University 🇺🇸 Muncie, United States

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  6. Master

    Physics -Early Introduction in the Study of Physics FIPS (Distance Learning) (Master Vocational school teacher)

    Technical University Kaiserslautern 🇩🇪 Kaiserslautern, Germany

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  7. Teacher training

    Dual Qualification: Teacher Ed Esp Primary and Teacher Ed Eng. Physics (Úbeda)

    University of Jaen 🇪🇸 Jaén, Spain

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  8. Postgraduate

    Physics (Postgraduate)

    Hashemite University 🇯🇴 Zarqa, Jordan

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  9. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics B.A., B.S., M.S., Ph.D.

    Clemson University 🇺🇸 Clemson, United States

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  10. Major

    Physics (Major)

    Albright College 🇺🇸 Reading, United States

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  11. Postgraduate

    Physics (Postgraduate)

    Faculty of Engineering University of Al - Jabal Al - Gharbi 🇱🇾 Gharian - Libya, Libya

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  12. Master

    Physics, MSc

    University of Münster 🇩🇪 Münster, Germany

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  13. Other programmes

    Applied Physics (Study abroad)

    Nanjing University of Science and Technology 🇨🇳 Nanjing, China

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  15. Other programmes

    Geofísica

    Universidad de Concepcion 🇨🇱 Concepción, Chile

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  16. Bachelor

    Licenciatura en Terapia Física

    Universidad Latina de Costa Rica 🇨🇷 San José, Heredia, San Pedro, Costa Rica

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  17. Bachelor

    Physics (Major of Bachelor of Science)

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

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  18. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics (PhD)

    Salahaddin University - Erbil 🇮🇶 Erbil, Iraq

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  19. Undergraduate

    Physics (Undergraduate)

    Adams State College 🇺🇸 Alamosa, United States

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  20. Master

    Physik, Master

    University of Paderborn 🇩🇪 Paderborn, Germany

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  21. Master

    Physique, Master, Guadeloupe

    Université des Antilles et de la Guyane 🇬🇾 Pointe a Pitre, Guyana

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  22. Postgraduate

    Radiation Physics (Postgraduate continuing professional development course)

    University of Birmingham 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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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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