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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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    PhD in Physics

    Stanford University 🇺🇸 Stanford, Califorrnia, United States

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    Physics (Doctoral Program)

    Vanderbilt University 🇺🇸 Nashville, United States

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    Biophysics, University College London, PhD

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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    Geophysics (Doctoral Degree)

    University of Oklahoma at Norman 🇺🇸 Oklahoma, United States

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    Physics (PhD)

    Al-Farabi Kazakh National University 🇰🇿 Almaty, Kazakhstan

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    Physics PhD

    University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee 🇺🇸 Milwaukee, United States

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    Geophysics (PhD) (UC San Diego)

    University of California 🇺🇸 Oakland, United States

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    Nuclear Physics (PhD)

    Al-Farabi Kazakh National University 🇰🇿 Almaty, Kazakhstan

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    Physics - Ph.D.

    Texas A and M University 🇺🇸 College Station, United States

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    Metaphysics, Birkbeck, PhD

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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    Physics: M.A., M.S., Ph.D.

    The University of Wisconsin - Madison 🇺🇸 Madison, United States

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    Nuclear Technology & Application (Doctoral Degree (3-4 Years))

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

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    Physics, MPhil/PhD

    University of Exeter 🇬🇧 Devon, United Kingdom

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    Physics, MPhil; PhD

    Newcastle University 🇬🇧 Newcastle, United Kingdom

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    Geophysics, Royal Holloway, PhD

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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    Physics of superconductivity (PhD)

    Politecnico di Torino 🇮🇹 Torino (Italy), Italy

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    Physics (PHD) (Graduate Program)

    The University of Arizona 🇺🇸 Tucson, United States

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    Nanostructure physics (PhD)

    Politecnico di Torino 🇮🇹 Torino (Italy), Italy

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    Physics (Doctoral programme)

    The University of Chicago 🇺🇸 Chicago, IL, United States

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    Physics of mesoscopic systems (PhD)

    Politecnico di Torino 🇮🇹 Torino (Italy), Italy

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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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