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Study Physics in Saudi Arabia

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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  • 12 institutions
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  1. Specialisation

    Specialization Physics

    King Khaled University 🇸🇦 Abha, Saudi Arabia

  2. Other programmes

    Physics

    Umm Al-Qura University 🇸🇦 Makkah, Saudi Arabia

  3. Other programmes

    Physics (for males and females)

    Aljouf University 🇸🇦 Skaka, Emirate of Al-Jouf, Saudi Arabia

  4. Other programmes

    Physics

    Najran University 🇸🇦 Najran, Saudi Arabia

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  6. Master

    Solid state physics (Master)

    King Saud University 🇸🇦 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

  7. Master

    physics (Master)

    King Saud University 🇸🇦 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

  8. Other programmes

    Physics

    University of Tabuk 🇸🇦 Tabuk City, Dhiba, Saudi Arabia

  9. Other programmes

    Physics

    Salman Bin Abdul-Aziz University 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia

  10. Other programmes

    Physics in Technology

    University of Hail 🇸🇦 Hail, Saudi Arabia

Study Physics in Saudi Arabia – facts and figures

In Saudi Arabia, 12 universities and colleges offer 29 Physics programmes: 7 Bachelor, 9 Master and 1 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are Riyadh, Hail, Abha and Najran. Institutions with the widest choice: King Saud University, University of Hail and King Khaled University.

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 29 Physics programmes at 12 institutions in Saudi Arabia. Popular cities include Riyadh, Hail and Abha.

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 Saudi Arabia?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are King Saud University, University of Hail, King Khaled University, Najran University and Jazan 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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