243 PhD programmes in Physics in Europe

The Physics programme offered by University of Trieste develops expertise in fundamental phenomena, computational methods, and experimental investigation.

Embark on a journey of intellectual exploration at the renowned University of Catania, where the frontiers of knowledge converge in the Physics doctoral program.

The Physics programme from Politecnico di Milano provides a strong interdisciplinary education in applied Physics and Engineering methodologies. It consists of courses and of the development of the PhD thesis

A graduate of the  Physics Education programme from Pavol Jozef Safárik University in Kosice is able to orientate himself professionally in the broader context of physical education, he masters the theoretical foundations of the theory of teaching physics.

The aim Physics of Condensed Matter programme from Pavol Jozef Safárik University in Kosice is to prepare experts who have the potential to work in top research teams in the field, but also in related areas as well as in companies with high added value, both at home and abroad. 

This Applied Nuclear Physics and Technology from University of Cambridge is part of the Physics-led Applications for Nuclear Engineering & Technology (PLANET) programme – a UKRI Doctoral Focal Award led by the University of York with the Universities of Cambridge, Edinburgh, Lancaster and Surrey.

The Physics course from the University of Cambridge, is a full-time period of research which introduces, or builds upon, research skills and specialist knowledge. Students are assigned to a research supervisor, a specialist in part or all of the student's chosen research field, and join a research group which might vary in size between 4 and 80 individuals.

The Physics programme from Sabanci University have been designed to improve the quality of research as well as the future researcher and academicians in the field of Physics. 

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Manchester is one of the largest and most active physics departments in the UK. We have a long tradition of excellence in both teaching and research, and have interests in most areas of contemporary research. This PhD in Photon Physics is offered at The University of Manchester.

Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) has developed and implemented a Ph.D. program in the area of Optics and Photonics. The doctoral researchers are not only part of an excellent research environment, but are also trained in a well-balanced and perfectly structured manner.

Doctors focusing on various accredited lines of research participate in the Computational and Applied Physics programme at the Polytechnic University of Catalonia; they include professors and researchers from the Department of Physics.

This PhD requires a presence in Geneva, Switzerland and involves working at the ALPHA experiment site. The ALPHA experiment is part of Swansea University’s partnership with CERN – part of the world-leading ALPHA Antihydrogen collaboration.

Students in the Physics programme at University of Lincoln are supported and encouraged to submit papers to international scientific journals, present findings at conferences, and share knowledge with colleagues across the University.

The Integrated Graduate School Solvation Science (iGSS) programme from the Cluster of Excellence RESOLV, Ruhr Explores Solvation, provides a strong support network for researchers of chemistry, biochemistry, physics, and engineering to investigate the key roles solvents play in phenomena from protein reactions in cells, sustainable reuse of CO2, drug manufacturing and design to the origin of life.

Students in the Advanced Technology and Applications programme at University of Lincoln can benefit from specialist computational facilities, training programmes to enhance research skills, and support from dedicated academic supervisors. 

The Theoretical Astrophysics and Cosmology program from the University of Zurich is focused on carrying out original research

The Applied Physics subject at Luleå University of Technology comprises physics with an emphasis on calculations and simulations that are closely and widely related to applications and applied research.

By pursuing your Physics PhD at University of Liverpool here you’ll not only get to explore fundamental physics using state-of-the-art technology. 

The Faculty of Physics and Astronomy awards the academic degree of Doctor of Natural Sciences for the University of Würzburg.

The Physics and Astrophysics programme offered by Ecole Centrale de Lyon develops advanced research expertise in physics and astrophysics through high-level interdisciplinary scientific training.