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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. Research

    Mathematical Physics PhD (Postgraduate research opportunity)

    University of Nottingham 🇬🇧 Nottingham, United Kingdom

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  2. Other programmes

    Physics (Study abroad)

    CNRS Cooperative Research Program 🇺🇸 Urbana-Champaign, United States

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  3. Bachelor

    Physik, (82128),Bachelor

    University Wuerzburg, Germany 🇩🇪 Würzburg, Germany

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  4. Master

    Thermodynamics and statistical physics (Master)

    Technical University of Denmark 🇩🇰 Lyngby, Denmark

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  6. Bachelor

    Apllied Physics, B1702, Bachelor, Full-time, 180, 3

    University of Jan Evangelista Purkyne 🇨🇿 Ustí nad Labem, Czech Republic

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  7. Bachelor

    BScHons (Physics)

    Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU) 🇿🇦 Port Elizabeth, Summerstrand, South Africa

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  8. Master

    M.Sc Physics - M.Tech CSE (Dual Degree), Duration: 4 years (Semester System)

    Lovely Professional University 🇮🇳 Phagwara, India

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  9. Other programmes

    Applied Physics

    Nanchang Hangkong University 🇨🇳 Nanchang, China

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  10. Undergraduate

    Applied Physics (Undergraduate)

    Northwest University Xi'an 🇨🇳 Xi`an, China

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  11. Other programmes

    AS/A2 Level Physics

    Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College (HWLC) 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  12. Bachelor

    Bacharelado Em Geofísica

    National University of South 🇦🇷 Bahía Blanca, Argentina

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  13. Master

    Masters of physics

    Kazan State University 🇷🇺 Kazan / Казань, Russia

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  15. Associate

    Physics (Associate)

    Vancouver Island University · Nanaimo Campus 🇨🇦 Nanaimo, BC, Canada

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  16. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelor of Physics)

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

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  17. Master

    Physics (M.Sc.) (Master)

    University of Duisburg-Essen 🇩🇪 Duisburg, Germany

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  18. Master

    Physics (Master)

    Griffith University 🇦🇺 Brisbane, Logan, Gold Coast, South Bank, Mt Gravatt, Australia

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  19. Research

    Physics (Research), Graduate Diploma, 5533, Faculty of Science

    The University of New South Wales 🇦🇺 Sydney, Australia

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  20. Master

    Spécialité Hydrodynamique navale (Master Physique Marine)

    Université de Brest (Universite de Bretagne Occidentale) 🇫🇷 Brest, France

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  21. Specialisation

    Biophysics (Speciality)

    Anhui Agricultural University 🇨🇳 Hefei, China

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  22. Master

    Condensed Matter Physics (Masters)

    Kazan State University 🇷🇺 Kazan / Казань, Russia

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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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