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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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    Nuclear Physics PhD

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

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    Physics - M.S., Ph.D. (UC Riverside)

    University of California 🇺🇸 Oakland, United States

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    Physics (PhD)

    Albany University 🇺🇸 Albany, United States

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    Physics and Applied Physics, BS to PhD

    University of Texas at Arlington 🇺🇸 Arlington, TX, United States

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    Physics of Atomic Nuclei (PhD)

    Far Eastern Federal University 🇷🇺 Vladivostok, Russia, Russia

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    Physics, PhD

    The University of Alabama 🇺🇸 Tuscaloosa, United States

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    Condensed Matter Physics PhD (2014 entry)

    University of Manchester 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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    Interdisciplinary Ph.D. in Physics

    University of Missouri - Kansas City 🇺🇸 Kansas City, United States

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    Physics: M.S., Ph.D. (UC Santa Cruz)

    University of California 🇺🇸 Oakland, United States

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    Physics (PhD)

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

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    Ph.D. in Physics

    University of California, Santa Barbara 🇺🇸 Santa Barbara, United States

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    Photon Physics PhD

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

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    Physics - Ph.D.

    Texas Tech University 🇺🇸 Lubbock, United States

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    Physics, PHD, Graduate, Kent

    Kent State University 🇺🇸 Kent, United States

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    BIOPHYSICS, Cornell University, Doctorate, Ph.D.

    State University of New York (SUNY) 🇺🇸 Albany,New York, United States

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    DOCT. UNIV. PHYSIQUE DE LA MATIERE (Doctorate)

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

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    DOCT. UNIV. PHYSIQUE ET INGENIERIE DES PLASMAS DE DECHARGE (Doctorate)

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

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    PhD in Biophysics

    University of California, Berkeley 🇺🇸 Berkeley, California, United States

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    Physics, M.A., Ph.D.

    University of California, Santa Barbara 🇺🇸 Santa Barbara, United States

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    Physics (Post-doctoral Program)

    Beijing University of Technology 🇨🇳 Beijing, 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.

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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