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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.

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  • 398 institutions
  • 77 countries
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    Biological Physics PhD (2014 entry)

    University of Manchester 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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    Doctor of Philosophy Program in Physics, Ph.D. (Physics)

    Prince of Songkla University 🇹🇭 Songkla, Thailand

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    Physics (PhD/MSc, part-time or full-time)

    National University of Ireland Galway 🇮🇪 Galway, Ireland

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    固体地球物理学 (Doctorate)

    Wuhan University 🇨🇳 Wuhan, China

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    Ph.D Physics

    Prist University 🇮🇳 Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, India

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    Biological Physics PhD

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

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    Physics, PhD

    University of Durham 🇬🇧 Durham, United Kingdom

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    Physics (Doctoral Degree)

    University of Massachusetts Amherst 🇺🇸 Amherst, United States

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    Theoretical and mathematical physics (Doctorate)

    Technical University of Moldova 🇲🇩 Chishinau, Moldova

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    Dr. rer. nat. in Physik (Doctorate)

    University of Wuppertal 🇩🇪 Wuppertal, Germany

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    Biophysics, M.S., Ph.D.

    Ohio State University 🇺🇸 Columbus, United States

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    无线电物理 (PhD)

    Xidian University 🇨🇳 Xi'an,Shaanxi, China

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  15. PhD / Doctorate

    Doctor of Philosophy in Physics

    Moi University, Main Campus, Kesses 🇰🇪 Eldoret, Kenya

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    Physics, PhD

    University of Muenster 🇩🇪 Münster, Germany

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    Statistical biophysics (PhD)

    Politecnico di Torino 🇮🇹 Torino (Italy), Italy

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    物理学 (Doctorate)

    Wuhan University 🇨🇳 Wuhan, China

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  19. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics PHD, Cave Hill, Pure and Applied Sciences, Graduate

    University of the West Indies (UWI) 🇧🇸 Mona, Bahamas

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    Geophysics (Ph.D.)

    University of Houston 🇺🇸 Houston, United States

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    Thermal and Nuclear Power Stations (PhD)

    Technical University of Sofia 🇧🇬 Sofia, Bulgaria

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    原子与分子物理 (Doctorate)

    Wuhan University 🇨🇳 Wuhan, China

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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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