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Study Physics in South Africa

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. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Science (Statistics and Physics Major)

    University of South Africa 🇿🇦 Pretoria, South Africa

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    Course: PHY2014F - Waves & Electromagnetism (mainstream physics 2nd year)

    University of Cape Town 🇿🇦 Rondebosch, South Africa

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  3. Other programmes

    Fundamental Physics,

    African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS), University of Stellenbosch, South Africa 🇿🇦 Muizenberg, South Africa

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  4. Master

    Master of Science (by dissertation) in Theoretical Physics

    University of Cape Town 🇿🇦 Rondebosch, South Africa

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  6. PhD / Doctorate

    Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Physics

    University of South Africa 🇿🇦 Pretoria, South Africa

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  7. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelor of Science (Honours))

    University of KwaZulu-Natal 🇿🇦 Durban, South Africa

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  8. Master

    Master of Science (MSc) in Physics

    University of South Africa 🇿🇦 Pretoria, South Africa

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  9. Master

    Master of Science (by dissertation) in Physics

    University of Cape Town 🇿🇦 Rondebosch, South Africa

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  10. Bachelor

    Physics (Experimental, Theoretical or Applied Physics), Bachelor of Science with Honours - BScHons: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time

    University of the Witwatersrand 🇿🇦 Wits, South Africa

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  11. Master

    Physics (Masters)

    Walter Sisulu University 🇿🇦 Unitra, South Africa

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  12. Other programmes

    Physics – Study Code 4518

    University of the Free State 🇿🇦 Bloemfontein, South Africa

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  13. Bachelor

    BSc Physics

    University of Pretoria 🇿🇦 Pretoria, South Africa

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  15. Other programmes

    Physics

    University of KwaZulu-Natal 🇿🇦 Durban, South Africa

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  16. Bachelor

    Geophysics, Bachelor of Science with Honours - BScHons: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time

    University of the Witwatersrand 🇿🇦 Wits, South Africa

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  17. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Science Honours in Physics

    University of South Africa 🇿🇦 Pretoria, South Africa

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  18. Other programmes

    Course: UCT Physics Course 1 Laboratory 2nd Semester 2011

    University of Cape Town 🇿🇦 Rondebosch, South Africa

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  19. Other programmes

    Physics

    University of Pretoria 🇿🇦 Pretoria, South Africa

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  20. Other programmes

    Course: Python for physics

    University of Cape Town 🇿🇦 Rondebosch, South Africa

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  21. Other programmes

    MA: Physics

    University of Johannesburg 🇿🇦 Johannesburg, South Africa

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  22. Other programmes

    Course: PHY1023H - Principles of Physics A

    University of Cape Town 🇿🇦 Rondebosch, South Africa

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Study Physics in South Africa – facts and figures

In South Africa, 13 universities and colleges offer 40 Physics programmes: 17 Bachelor, 7 Master and 6 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are Rondebosch, Pretoria, Durban and Port Elizabeth, Summerstrand. Institutions with the widest choice: University of Cape Town, University of KwaZulu-Natal and University of Pretoria.

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 40 Physics programmes at 13 institutions in South Africa. Popular cities include Rondebosch, Pretoria and Durban.

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 South Africa?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are University of Cape Town, University of KwaZulu-Natal, University of Pretoria, University of South Africa and Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU).

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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