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Study Physics in the United Kingdom

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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    Theoretical Physics, MPhys, 4 years, Single Subject

    University of York 🇬🇧 York, United Kingdom

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  2. Bachelor

    Physics (with a Foundation Year), BSc, 4 years, Single Subject

    University of York 🇬🇧 York, United Kingdom

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  3. Research

    Computational and Theoretical Physics (Research)

    University of Central Lancashire 🇬🇧 Preston, United Kingdom

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  4. Bachelor

    Astrophysics (Bachelor)

    Keele University 🇬🇧 Keele, Staffordshire, United Kingdom

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  6. Bachelor

    Theoretical Physics, BSc, 3 years, Single Subject

    University of York 🇬🇧 York, United Kingdom

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  7. Certificate

    Nuclear Safety, PGCert

    University of Central Lancashire 🇬🇧 Preston, United Kingdom

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  8. Associate

    National 5 Physics SQA Level 5 (Highers)

    University of the Highlands and Islands, Inverness College 🇬🇧 Inverness, United Kingdom

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  9. Certificate

    Governance of the Civil UK Nuclear Industry, PGCert

    University of Central Lancashire 🇬🇧 Preston, United Kingdom

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  10. Research

    Condensed Matter Physics MSc by Research

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

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  11. Bachelor

    Astrophysics (BSc)

    University of Edinburgh 🇬🇧 Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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  12. Research

    Atomic, Molecular, Optical and Positron Physics (AMOPP) (Research)

    Department of Physics and Astronomy, University College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  13. Research

    MPhys: Physics with Research Placement | F313

    University of Bath 🇬🇧 Bath, United Kingdom

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  15. PhD / Doctorate

    Nonlinear and Liquid Crystals Physics PhD

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

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  16. Bachelor

    Physics (BSc and MPhys) (F300/F303) (Undergraduate)

    University of Warwick 🇬🇧 Coventry, United Kingdom

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  17. Research

    Astrophysics (Postgraduate) (Research Programme)

    Queen`s University of Belfast 🇬🇧 Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

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  18. Postgraduate

    Reservoir Geophysics (Postgraduate)

    Heriot Watt University 🇬🇧 Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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  19. Master

    Advanced Science (Physical Science Pathway - Particle Physics) MRes

    University of Liverpool 🇬🇧 Liverpool, United Kingdom

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  20. Research

    Biological Physics MSc by Research

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

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  21. Certificate

    PGCE Secondary (Science with Physics)

    University of Plymouth 🇬🇧 Plymouth, United Kingdom

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  22. PhD / Doctorate

    Astrophysics, PhD

    University of Exeter 🇬🇧 Devon, United Kingdom

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Study Physics in the United Kingdom – facts and figures

In the United Kingdom, 78 universities and colleges offer 554 Physics programmes: 133 Bachelor, 95 Master and 54 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are London, Manchester, Nottingham and Liverpool. Institutions with the widest choice: University of London, The University of Manchester, Manchester Doctoral College and University of Liverpool.

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 554 Physics programmes at 78 institutions in the United Kingdom. Popular cities include London, Manchester and Nottingham.

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 the United Kingdom?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are University of London, The University of Manchester, Manchester Doctoral College, University of Liverpool, University of Sussex and University of Manchester.

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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