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Study Physics in Nigeria

Physics investigates the laws of nature from particles to the universe – mechanics, electromagnetism, quantum physics and astrophysics – with strong mathematics and laboratory components.

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  1. Master

    B.Sc, M.Sc. Physics (Master)

    Gombe State University (GSU) 🇳🇬 Gombe, Nigeria

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  2. Bachelor

    B.SC (HONS)PHYSICS

    Kano University of Science and Technology, Wudil (KUST) 🇳🇬 Wudil Town, Nigeria

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  3. Other programmes

    Physics

    University of Maiduguri 🇳🇬 Maiduguri, Nigeria

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  4. Bachelor

    B.Tech in Applied Geophysics

    Federal University of Technology Akure 🇳🇬 Akure, Ondo Stat, Nigeria

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  6. Master

    B.Sc, M.Sc. Applied Physics (Master)

    Gombe State University (GSU) 🇳🇬 Gombe, Nigeria

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  7. Master

    Master of Science (M.Sc) in Solid Earth Physics/Geophysics

    University of Agriculture Abeokuta 🇳🇬 Abeokuta, Nigeria

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  8. Master

    Master of Technology (M.Tech) (Applied Geophysics)

    Federal University of Technology Akure 🇳🇬 Akure, Ondo Stat, Nigeria

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  9. PhD / Doctorate

    Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) (Applied Geophysics)

    Federal University of Technology Akure 🇳🇬 Akure, Ondo Stat, Nigeria

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  10. Master

    B.Sc, M.Sc. Applied Physics (Bachelor)

    Gombe State University (GSU) 🇳🇬 Gombe, Nigeria

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  11. Master

    Master of Science (M.Sc) in Condensed Matter/Theoretical Physics

    University of Agriculture Abeokuta 🇳🇬 Abeokuta, Nigeria

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  12. Other programmes

    Applied Physics

    Kogi State University 🇳🇬 Anyigba, Nigeria

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  13. PhD / Doctorate

    Ph.D in Condensed Matter/Theoretical Physics

    University of Agriculture Abeokuta 🇳🇬 Abeokuta, Nigeria

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  15. Bachelor

    B.Sc.(Ed.) Physics

    Osun State University 🇳🇬 Oshogbo, OSUN STATE, NIGERIA, Nigeria

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  16. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelor)

    Al- Hikmah University 🇳🇬 Ilorin, Nigeria

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  17. Master

    M.Sc Radiation Biophysics (Full-Time)

    Ahmadu Bello University 🇳🇬 Zaria, Nigeria

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  18. Other programmes

    Physics

    University of Mkar 🇳🇬 Mkar, Nigeria

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  19. Master

    M.Sc Physics, in (Master)

    Kogi State University 🇳🇬 Anyigba, Nigeria

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  20. Other programmes

    Industrial Physics

    University of Mkar 🇳🇬 Mkar, Nigeria

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  21. PhD / Doctorate

    Ph.D in Computational Physics

    University of Agriculture Abeokuta 🇳🇬 Abeokuta, Nigeria

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  22. Bachelor

    Geophysics (Bachelor)

    Wesley University (WUSTO) .Ondo 🇳🇬 Ondo, Nigeria

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Study Physics in Nigeria – facts and figures

In Nigeria, 25 universities and colleges offer 63 Physics programmes: 22 Bachelor, 16 Master and 8 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are Zaria, Abeokuta, Gombe and Akure, Ondo Stat. Institutions with the widest choice: Ahmadu Bello University, University of Agriculture Abeokuta and Gombe State University (GSU).

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 63 Physics programmes at 25 institutions in Nigeria. Popular cities include Zaria, Abeokuta and Gombe.

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 in Nigeria?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are Ahmadu Bello University, University of Agriculture Abeokuta, Gombe State University (GSU), Federal University of Technology Akure and Kogi State 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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