Study Physics in Africa
15 programmes in physics at 4 universities in Africa are open to international students; 100% are taught in English. The median yearly tuition is 4,403 USD, with the middle half of programmes charging between 2,993 USD and 5,142 USD.
Data as of August 27, 2026 · computed from Global Admissions data · amounts in USD
Physics programmes
15 programmes
Physics in Africa by degree level
| Degree | Programmes | 25th percentile | Median tuition / yr | 75th percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 8 | 2,993 USD | 4,403 USD | 5,142 USD |
| Master's | 3 | — | — | — |
| PhD | 3 | — | — | — |
Tuition figures use the yearly price each university publishes for international students, converted to USD; medians only publish where at least 5 priced programmes exist.
Universities for physics in Africa
Study Physics in Africa: common questions
- How many physics programmes are there in Africa?
- 15 physics programmes at 4 universities in Africa are open to international students, as of August 27, 2026.
- How much does a physics degree in Africa cost?
- The median yearly tuition for bachelor's programmes in physics in Africa is 4,403 USD. The middle half of programmes charge between 2,993 USD and 5,142 USD per year.
- Can I study physics in Africa in English?
- Yes — 100% of the physics programmes in Africa in our catalogue are taught in English (15 of 15).
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