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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

    Biophysics (Masters)

    Capital University of Medical Sciences 🇨🇳 Beijing, China

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  2. Master

    Equations of Mathematical Physics (Masters)

    Sofia University 'St. Kliment Ohridski' 🇧🇬 Sofia, Bulgaria

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  3. Other programmes

    Física

    National University of San Luis 🇦🇷 San Luis, Argentina, Argentina

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  4. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics (PhD/MSc, part-time or full-time)

    National University of Ireland Galway 🇮🇪 Galway, Ireland

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  6. Bachelor

    Physics with a Foundation Year - BSc (Hons)

    University of Kent 🇬🇧 Kent, Canterbury, United Kingdom

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  7. Research

    地球物理学 (Post-Doctoral Research Programs) (Doctorate)

    Wuhan University 🇨🇳 Wuhan, China

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  8. Associate

    Physics (Associate)

    Eastern Arizona College 🇺🇸 Thatcher, United States

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  9. Bachelor

    Physics (B.Sc.)

    University Marburg 🇩🇪 Marburg, Germany

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  10. PhD / Doctorate

    固体地球物理学 (Doctorate)

    Wuhan University 🇨🇳 Wuhan, China

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  11. Other programmes

    AS / A2 Physics

    Hackney Community College 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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  12. Master

    Master’s degree in Maths, Physics and Informatics (MPIE)(Master 1)

    Cergy-Pontoise University 🇫🇷 Cergy-Pontoise cedex, France

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  13. Other programmes

    Modern Physics

    Fudan University 🇨🇳 Shanghai, China

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  15. PhD / Doctorate

    Ph.D Physics

    Prist University 🇮🇳 Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, India

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  16. Master

    Analyses physico-chimiques (Masters)

    Université de Lyon 1 (Université Claude Bernard) 🇫🇷 Villeurbanne, France

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  17. Master

    Biological Physics (Masters)

    São Paulo State University 🇧🇷 Brazil

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  18. PhD / Doctorate

    Biological Physics PhD

    The University of Manchester, Manchester Doctoral College 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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  19. Master

    Biophysics (Master)

    Anhui Agricultural University 🇨🇳 Hefei, China

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  20. Master

    Master of Science (Physics)

    National University of Singapore (NUS) 🇸🇬 Singapore, Singapore

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  21. Diploma

    Nuclear Physics (Postgraduate Diploma )

    Minoufiya University 🇪🇬 Shebin Al-Kom, Menoufia, Egypt

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  22. Master

    Physics (Master)

    Yonsei University 🇰🇷 Seoul, South Korea

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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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