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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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  1. Other programmes

    MPhys Physics

    University of Leicester 🇬🇧 Leicester, United Kingdom

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  2. Other programmes

    MPhys Physics with Nanotechnology

    University of Leicester 🇬🇧 Leicester, United Kingdom

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  3. Postgraduate

    Physics (Postgraduate) (Taught Degree Programme)

    University of Hull, Scarborough Campus 🇬🇧 Scarborough, United Kingdom

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  4. Other programmes

    Physics (with a year in Europe), MPhys, 4 years, Single Subject

    University of York 🇬🇧 York, United Kingdom

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  6. Other programmes

    Theoretical Physics : MPhys Hons

    Lancaster University 🇬🇧 Lancaster, United Kingdom

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    Astrophysics, MPhys(Hons)

    University of Central Lancashire 🇬🇧 Preston, United Kingdom

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  8. Bachelor

    BSc in Theoretical Physics

    University of Sussex 🇬🇧 Brighton, United Kingdom

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  9. Other programmes

    Nuclear Power

    Union of Concerned Scientists 🇬🇧 Cambridge, United Kingdom

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  10. Postgraduate

    Physics (Postgraduate)

    University of Hull, Scarborough Campus 🇬🇧 Scarborough, United Kingdom

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  11. Bachelor

    Physics BSc (Undergraduate)

    University of Nottingham 🇬🇧 Nottingham, United Kingdom

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  12. Bachelor

    Physics with Astrophysics, BSc, 3 years, Single Subject

    University of York 🇬🇧 York, United Kingdom

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  13. Bachelor

    Physics BSc - BSc (Hons)

    University of Kent 🇬🇧 Kent, Canterbury, United Kingdom

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  15. Bachelor

    Physics for New Technology BSc (Hons)

    University of Liverpool 🇬🇧 Liverpool, United Kingdom

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  16. Bachelor

    Physics with Astrophysics (with a year in Europe), BSc, 4 years, Single Subject

    University of York 🇬🇧 York, United Kingdom

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  17. PhD / Doctorate

    Metaphysics, Birkbeck, PhD

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  18. Bachelor

    MPhys/BSc Physics

    University of Exeter 🇬🇧 Devon, United Kingdom

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  19. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) Physics

    University of Surrey 🇬🇧 Surrey, United Kingdom

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  20. Other programmes

    Theoretical Physics (with a year in Europe), MPhys, 4 years, Single Subject

    University of York 🇬🇧 York, United Kingdom

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  21. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) Physics with Nuclear Astrophysics

    University of Surrey 🇬🇧 Surrey, United Kingdom

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  22. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) Pure and Applied Physics

    University of Salford 🇬🇧 Salford, Manchester, 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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