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Study Physics in Portugal

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

  • 26 programmes
  • 5 institutions
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  1. PhD / Doctorate

    engenharia física (PhD)

    University of Aveiro 🇵🇹 Aveiro, Portugal

  2. Bachelor

    engenharia física (Bachelor)

    University of Aveiro 🇵🇹 Aveiro, Portugal

  3. Other programmes

    hidrogeofísica (curso de formação avançada)

    University of Aveiro 🇵🇹 Aveiro, Portugal

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  5. Master

    física (Masters)

    University of Aveiro 🇵🇹 Aveiro, Portugal

  6. Master

    Mestrado em Física (Masters)

    Universidade do Porto 🇵🇹 Porto, Portugal

Study Physics in Portugal – facts and figures

In Portugal, 5 universities and colleges offer 26 Physics programmes: 5 Bachelor, 12 Master and 4 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are Aveiro, Porto, Vila Real and Coimbra. Institutions with the widest choice: University of Aveiro, Universidade do Porto and Universidade de Tras-os-Montes e Alto Douro.

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 26 Physics programmes at 5 institutions in Portugal. Popular cities include Aveiro, Porto and Vila Real.

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 Portugal?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are University of Aveiro, Universidade do Porto, Universidade de Tras-os-Montes e Alto Douro, University of Coimbra and Universidade de Lisboa.

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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