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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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    Physics of apparatus, elements, and systems (PhD)

    Kremenchuk Mykhailo Ostrogradskyi State Polytechnic University 🇺🇦 Kremenchuk / м. Кременчук, Ukraine

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    Physics, MS, PhD

    Michigan Technological University 🇺🇸 Houghton, United States

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    Physics, P1701, Doctoral, Full-time, 0, 3

    University of Jan Evangelista Purkyne 🇨🇿 Ustí nad Labem, Czech Republic

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    Theoretical Physics (Doctorate)

    V.I. Vernadsky Taurida National University 🇺🇦 Simferopol, Ukraine

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    PRF, Faculty of Science, Biophysics, Physics, study plan:1 (Doctor)

    Palacky University 🇨🇿 Olomouc, Czech Republic

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    Theoretical Physics (Doctorate)

    Shanghai Jiao Tong University 🇨🇳 Shanghai, China

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    Physics Ph.D. Collaborative UHCL/UH Program

    University of Houston-Clear Lake Pearland Campus 🇺🇸 Pearland, Houston, Texas, United States

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    Statistical Physics (PhD)

    Korea University 🇰🇷 Seoul, Korea, South Korea

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    Thermophysics (Doctorate)

    Shanghai Jiao Tong University 🇨🇳 Shanghai, China

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    Doctor of Philosophy in applied marine physics

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

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    Doctorat Physique

    University of Strasbourg 🇫🇷 Strasbourg, France

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    Physics B.A., B.S., M.S., Ph.D. (PhD)

    Clemson University 🇺🇸 Clemson, United States

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    Physics, B.S./M.S. (UCSD Students Only), Ph.D.

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

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    Astrophysics Ph.D.

    University of Minnesota 🇺🇸 Minneapolis, United States

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    Ph.D Physics (Full-Time)

    Ahmadu Bello University 🇳🇬 Zaria, Nigeria

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    Biophysics PhD (UC San Francisco)

    University of California 🇺🇸 Oakland, United States

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    Physics (MSc, MPhil, PhD)

    University of Aberdeen 🇬🇧 Aberdeen, United Kingdom

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    física, map-fis (PhD)

    University of Aveiro 🇵🇹 Aveiro, Portugal

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    Physik (Promotion / Nebenfach) (PhD)

    Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich 🇩🇪 München, Germany

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    DOC. UNIV. PHYSIO ET BIO DES ORGANISMES - POPULATIONS - INTE (Doctorate)

    Université de Toulouse 3 (Université Paul Sabatier) 🇫🇷 Toulouse, France

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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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