PhD in Physics in South Korea

9 phd programmes in physics at 6 universities in South Korea are open to international students; 100% are taught in English. The median yearly tuition is 7,495 USD, with the middle half of programmes charging between 5,565 USD and 7,495 USD.

Data as of August 28, 2026 · computed from Global Admissions data · amounts in USD

Physics programmes

9 programmes

Universities for physics in South Korea

PhD in Physics in South Korea: common questions

How many physics programmes are there in South Korea?
9 physics phd programmes at 6 universities in South Korea are open to international students, as of August 28, 2026.
How much does a physics degree in South Korea cost?
The median yearly tuition for phd programmes in physics in South Korea is 7,495 USD. The middle half of programmes charge between 5,565 USD and 7,495 USD per year.
Can I study physics in South Korea in English?
Yes — 100% of the physics programmes in South Korea in our catalogue are taught in English (9 of 9).

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