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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

    02KOHO, Cohomological Methods in Theoretical Physics, W, 3, unlimited (Bachelor)

    Czech Technical University of Prague 🇨🇿 Prague, Czech Republic

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  2. Master

    Applied Physics (Master)

    The Hebrew University of Jerusalem 🇮🇱 Jerusalem, Israel

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  3. Major

    Major in Physics

    Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) 🇲🇾 Serdang, Malaysia

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  4. PhD / Doctorate

    Astrophysics (Doctorate)

    Université de Besançon (Université de Franche Comté) 🇫🇷 Besançon, France

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  6. Bachelor

    02VPSTAT, Selected topics from statistical physics, W, 3, unlimited (Bachelor)

    Czech Technical University of Prague 🇨🇿 Prague, Czech Republic

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  7. Minor

    Astrophysics (Major-Minor degree)

    Keele University 🇬🇧 Keele, Staffordshire, United Kingdom

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  8. Bachelor

    BSc Physics

    North-West University 🇿🇦 Potchefstroom, South Africa

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  9. Bachelor

    02NF, Neutron physics, S, 4, unlimited (Bachelor)

    Czech Technical University of Prague 🇨🇿 Prague, Czech Republic

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  10. Other programmes

    · Physics

    East Central University 🇺🇸 Oklahom, United States

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  11. Bachelor

    Astrofísica (Bachelor)

    Grupo de Astrofísica, Universidad Autónoma de Madrid 🇪🇸 Madrid (Madrid), Spain

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  12. Other programmes

    Physics

    Khulna University of Engineering and Technology 🇧🇩 Khulna, Bangladesh

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  13. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Education in Physics

    University of Nizwa 🇴🇲 Nizwa, Oman

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  15. Bachelor

    B.Sc. in Physics

    University of Nizwa 🇴🇲 Nizwa, Oman

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  16. Other programmes

    Physics

    Akwa Ibom State University of Technology 🇳🇬 Uyo, Nigeria

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  17. Major

    Physics with Mathematical Sciences Major

    Nanyang Technological University 🇸🇬 Singapore, Singapore

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  18. Master

    Physics (Masters)

    Université de Dschang 🇨🇲 Dschang, Cameroon

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  19. Bachelor

    02RFTI, Relativistic and ultra-relativistic heavy ion physics, W, 3, unlimited (Bachelor)

    Czech Technical University of Prague 🇨🇿 Prague, Czech Republic

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  20. Bachelor

    Applied Physics (Bachelor of Science (Honours))

    University of KwaZulu-Natal 🇿🇦 Durban, South Africa

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  21. Certificate

    Bridging Certificate in Physics

    Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST) 🇰🇪 Kakamega, Kenya

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  22. Bachelor

    B.Sc. Ed. Physics

    Benue State University 🇳🇬 Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria., Nigeria

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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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