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physics

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natural sciences, mathematics and statistics

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physics

Description

Description

Physics is the study of properties and interactions of matter and energy. It includes the study of astronomy and space science.
Programmes and qualifications with the following main content are classified here:
Astronomy
Astrophysics
Chemical physics
Medical physics
Optics
Physics
Space science

=== Exclusions
Opticians' practice is excluded from this detailed field and included in detailed field 0914 'Medical diagnostic and treatment technology'.

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http://data.europa.eu/esco/isced-f/0533

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DG Employment, Social Affairs and Inclusion of the European Commission developed ESCO in collaboration with stakeholders and with the European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training (Cedefop).

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Current version: ESCO v1.1.2 (Last update 22/02/2024)