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PhD in Physics

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

  • 711 programmes
  • 398 institutions
  • 77 countries
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    Integrated MSc-PhD in Physics and Astrophysics

    Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) 🇮🇳 New Delhi, India

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    Doctor of Philosophy in Physics (PhD)

    The University of British Columbia - Vancouver Campus 🇨🇦 Vancouver B.C., Canada

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    Applied Physics (MS, PhD)

    Fukuoka International University 🇯🇵 Dazaifu, Fukuoka, Japan, Japan

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    Terapia Física y Ocupacional (PhD)

    University of Puerto Rico 🇵🇷 San Juan, Puerto Rico

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    52 ED Lyon Physics and Astrophysics (PHAST) (PhD)

    University of Lyon 🇫🇷 Lyon CEDEX 07, France

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    Applied Physics (PhD)

    Osaka University 🇯🇵 Osaka /, Japan

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    Geophysics, PhD

    University of Muenster 🇩🇪 Münster, Germany

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    Astroparticle Physics Integrated PhD Program

    Jacobs University 🇩🇪 Bremen, Germany

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    Geophysics (PhD)

    Korea University 🇰🇷 Seoul, Korea, South Korea

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    01.03.00 Physics (PhD)

    University of Chemical Technology and Metallurgy 🇧🇬 Sofia, Bulgaria

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    01.01.2003-Mathematical Physics (Doctorate)

    Saint Petersburg State University of Economics and Finance 🇷🇺 Санкт-Петербург, Russia

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    Applied marine physics (PhD)

    University of Miami 🇺🇸 Coral Gables, Miami, Coconut Grove, United States

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    Physics (Doctorate)

    Sultan Qaboos University 🇴🇲 al-Khoud, Oman

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    Physics (PhD)

    University of Lome 🇹🇬 Lome, Togo

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    Ciencias - Física (PhD)

    Universidad Nacional de Colombia 🇨🇴 Unidad Camilo Torres, Colombia

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    PhD in Physics

    Kathmandu University 🇳🇵 Kathmandu, Nepal

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    01.04.07 - Физика конденсированного состояния (Doctorate)

    Voronezh State University 🇷🇺 Voronezh, Starij Oskol, V.Mamon, Russia

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    01.04.10 - Физика полупроводников (Doctorate)

    Voronezh State University 🇷🇺 Voronezh, Starij Oskol, V.Mamon, Russia

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    Geophysics (Doctorate)

    University of São Paulo 🇧🇷 Sao Paulo, Brazil

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    Physics (PhD)

    American University of Beirut 🇱🇧 Beirut, Lebanon

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PhD in Physics – facts and figures

There are 711 PhD programmes in Physics at 398 universities and colleges in 77 countries. Most programmes are offered in United States (165), China (70) and United Kingdom (54). Institutions with the widest choice: Wuhan University, The University of Manchester, Manchester Doctoral College and Politecnico di Torino.

PhD in Physics by country

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study PhD programmes in Physics?

The directory lists 711 PhD programmes in Physics at 398 institutions worldwide. The largest choice is in United States, China and United Kingdom.

How long does a PhD in Physics take?

A PhD programme usually takes 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Part-time and online formats take longer; check the exact duration with each institution.

Which universities offer the most PhD programmes in Physics worldwide?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are Wuhan University, The University of Manchester, Manchester Doctoral College, Politecnico di Torino, University of California and Palacky 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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