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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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    Applied nuclear physics (PhD)

    Department of Physics and Astronomy, Uppsala University 🇸🇪 Uppsala, Sweden

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    Doctoral School of Physics

    Graz University of Technology 🇦🇹 Graz, Austria

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    Application of nuclear technology (Doctoral Degree (3-4 Years))

    Sichuan University 🇨🇳 Chengdu, Sichuan Province, P.R. China, China

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    Département Physique (Spécialité : Physique Théorique) (Doctorate)

    Université de Constantine 🇩🇿 Constantine, Algeria

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    Ph.D in Physics (Part Time), Noida

    Amity University 🇮🇳 Lucknow Uttar Pradesh, India

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    PHD-Physics

    Bharati Vidyapeeth University 🇮🇳 Pune, India

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    Biophysics (PhD)

    Ilia Chavchavadze State University 🇬🇪 Tbilisi, Georgia

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    Astrophysics (Doctorate)

    Université de Besançon (Université de Franche Comté) 🇫🇷 Besançon, France

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    Physics - MS | PhD

    University of North Texas 🇺🇸 Denton, United States

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    Applied Physics (PhD)

    University of California, San Diego 🇺🇸 San Diego, United States

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    Condensed Matter Physics (PhD)

    Memorial University of Newfoundland 🇨🇦 St. John's, NL, Canada

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    Biophysics; Bioimaging; Soft Condensed Matter (Doctorate)

    College of Sciences | Nanyang Technological University 🇸🇬 Singapore, Singapore

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    Ph.D in Solid Earth Physics/Geophysics

    University of Agriculture Abeokuta 🇳🇬 Abeokuta, Nigeria

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    Ph.D Radiation Biophysics (Full-Time)

    Ahmadu Bello University 🇳🇬 Zaria, Nigeria

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    Department of Physics (PhD)

    Pamukkale University 🇹🇷 Denizli, Turkey

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    Physics (PhD)

    Montana State University at Bozeman 🇺🇸 Montana, United States

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    Astrophysique, plasmas, nucléaire (PhD)

    Université de Bordeaux 1 (Sciences et Technologies) 🇫🇷 Talence, France

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    Physics (PhD)

    University of Liege 🇧🇪 Liege, Belgium

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    PhD Physics

    University of Pretoria 🇿🇦 Pretoria, South Africa

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    Biophysics (PhD)

    National University of Uzbekistan named by after Mirza Ulugbek 🇺🇿 Tashkent, Uzbekistan

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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.

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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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