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Study Physics in Brazil 🇧🇷

Brazil offers 36 Physics programs across 26 universities. 100% of programs carry STEM designation, which is valuable for post-graduation work authorization in many countries.

36 Programs
26 Universities
100% STEM
8% Scholarships

Why Brazil for Physics?

Living Cost

$5,000/yr

Full guide to studying in Brazil →

By Degree Level

Bachelor (16) PhD (13) Master (7)

Top Universities for Physics in Brazil

University of São Paulo

São Paulo · National rank #1 · QS #108

PhD in Physics · PhD
State University of Campinas

Campinas · National rank #2 · QS #232

Master in Physics · Master PhD in Physics · PhD Physics · Bachelor
Federal University of Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro · National rank #2 · QS #317

Master in Physics · Master
State University of São Paulo

São Paulo · National rank #4 · QS #450

PhD in Physics · PhD
Federal University of Minas Gerais

Belo Horizonte · National rank #4 · QS #595

PhD in Physics · PhD Physics · Bachelor
Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul

Porto Alegre · National rank #4 · QS #691

Physics · Bachelor PhD in Physics · PhD
Federal University of Santa Catarina

Florianópolis · National rank #7 · QS #801

Physics · Bachelor
Federal University of Paraná

Curitiba · National rank #7 · QS #1001

PhD in Physics · PhD
Federal University of Pernambuco

Recife · National rank #10 · QS #1201

Physics · Bachelor
University of the State of Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro · National rank #11 · QS #1201

Master in Physics · Master Bachelor of Science in Physics · Bachelor PhD in Physics · PhD
Federal University of Fluminense

Niterói · National rank #12 · QS #1201

Physics · Bachelor PhD in Physics · PhD
Federal University of Bahia

Salvador · National rank #13 · QS #1201

Master's in Physics · Master
Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte

Natal · National rank #15 · QS #1401

Master in Physics · Master
Federal University of Paraíba

João Pessoa · National rank #20 · QS #1401

Doctorate in Physics · PhD Physics · Bachelor
State University of Londrina

Londrina · National rank #23 · QS #1401

Física · PhD
Federal University of Sergipe

São Cristóvão · National rank #27

Master in Physics · Master Physics · Bachelor
State University of Maringá

Maringá · National rank #27

Physics · Bachelor
Federal University of Mato Grosso

Cuiabá · National rank #36

PhD in Physics · PhD Master in Physics · Master
Pontifical Catholic University of Minas Gerais

Belo Horizonte · National rank #37 · QS #1401

Physics · Bachelor
Federal University of Amazonas

Manaus · National rank #38

PhD in Physics · PhD

All Programs

PhD in Physics

Federal University of Mato Grosso

PhD STEM

Master in Physics

Federal University of Sergipe

Master STEM

Master in Physics

State University of Campinas

Master STEM

Física

State University of Londrina

PhD STEM Aid

Master in Physics

University of the State of Rio de Janeiro

Master STEM

Bachelor of Science in Physics

University of the State of Rio de Janeiro

Bachelor STEM

PhD in Physics

University of the State of Rio de Janeiro

PhD STEM

Physics

Federal University of Santa Catarina

Bachelor STEM

Physics

Pontifical Catholic University of Minas Gerais

Bachelor STEM

Physics

Federal University of Alagoas

Bachelor STEM

Master in Physics

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro

Master STEM

PhD in Physics

Federal University of Amazonas

PhD STEM

Physics

State University of Maringá

Bachelor STEM

Physics

Federal University of Piauí

Bachelor STEM

Master in Physics

Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte

Master STEM

PhD in Physics

Federal University of Paraná

PhD STEM

PhD in Physics

University of São Paulo

PhD STEM

Physics

State University of Santa Cruz

Bachelor STEM

Doctorate in Physics

Federal University of Paraíba

PhD STEM

Physics

Federal University of Paraíba

Bachelor STEM

Physics

State University of Feira de Santana

Bachelor STEM

PhD in Physics

State University of São Paulo

PhD STEM

PhD in Physics

Federal University of Minas Gerais

PhD STEM

Master's in Physics

Federal University of Bahia

Master STEM Aid

Physics

Federal University of Pernambuco

Bachelor STEM

Física

Aeronautical Institute of Technology

PhD STEM Aid

Physics

Federal University of Sergipe

Bachelor STEM

Physics

Federal University of Fluminense

Bachelor STEM

PhD in Physics

Federal University of Fluminense

PhD STEM

PhD in Physics

State University of Campinas

PhD STEM

Physics

State University of Campinas

Bachelor STEM

Physics

Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul

Bachelor STEM

PhD in Physics

Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul

PhD STEM

Physics

Federal University of Minas Gerais

Bachelor STEM

Physics

Regional University of Blumenau

Bachelor STEM

Master in Physics

Federal University of Mato Grosso

Master STEM

Explore Other Fields in Brazil

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study Physics in Brazil?
Tuition for Physics programs in Brazil varies by university. 8% of programs offer scholarships or financial aid. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $5k.
What are the English language requirements for Physics in Brazil?
English-taught Physics programs in Brazil typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.
How many Physics programs are in Brazil?
Abroadly lists 36 Physics programs at 26 universities across Brazil. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.
Are Physics programs in Brazil STEM-designated?
100% of Physics programs in Brazil carry STEM designation. STEM classification can be important for visa purposes in countries like the US and UK after graduation.
Is Brazil a good country for Physics students?
Brazil is a strong choice for Physics with 26 universities offering these programs. The primary language is Portuguese, though many programs are taught in English.
What degree levels are available for Physics in Brazil?
In Brazil, Physics programs are offered at: PhD (13 programs), Master (7 programs), Bachelor (16 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.