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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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  1. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics (PhD)

    Seoul National University 🇰🇷 Seoul, South Korea

  2. PhD / Doctorate

    Plasma Physics (Doctoral Program)

    Saint Petersburg State University 🇷🇺 St. Petersburg, Russia

  3. PhD / Doctorate

    Theoretical Physics (Doctoral Program)

    Saint Petersburg State University 🇷🇺 St. Petersburg, Russia

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    Physics (PhD)

    Pusan National University 🇰🇷 Pusan, Miryang, Yangsan, South Korea

  6. PhD / Doctorate

    Condensed Matter Physics (Doctorate)

    Wuhan University 🇨🇳 Wuhan, China

  7. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics (Ph.D., M.S.)

    University of Alabama at Birmingham 🇺🇸 Birmingham, United States

  8. PhD / Doctorate

    Physics (PhD)

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

  9. PhD / Doctorate

    PhD Physics

    University of Management and Technology 🇵🇰 Lahore, Pakistan

  10. PhD / Doctorate

    Plasma Physics (Doctorate)

    Dalian University of Technology 🇨🇳 Dalian, China

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  12. PhD / Doctorate

    Doctor of Philosophy in Physics

    Georgetown University 🇺🇸 Washington, United States

  13. PhD / Doctorate

    Theoretical Physics (Doctorate)

    Beijing Institute of Technology 🇨🇳 Beijing, China

  14. PhD / Doctorate

    Doctor of Philosophy with a Major in Physics

    Georgia Institute of Technology 🇺🇸 Atlanta, United States

  15. PhD / Doctorate

    Nuclear Physics (PhD)

    Politecnico di Torino 🇮🇹 Torino (Italy), Italy

  16. PhD / Doctorate

    engenharia física (PhD)

    University of Aveiro 🇵🇹 Aveiro, Portugal

  17. PhD / Doctorate

    Theoretical Physics (Doctorate)

    Wuhan University 🇨🇳 Wuhan, China

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.

The listings come from the University Directory, which collects programmes from universities and colleges worldwide. Always check details, deadlines and fees directly with the institution.

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