Astrophysics programs can teach students about the physical aspects of celestial bodies. In such a program, students may study various science and mathematics topics along with astronomy subjects, such as cosmology, stellar evolution, and planets.

Universities in Turkey provide either two or four years of education for undergraduate studies, while graduate programs last a minimum of two years. There are around 820 higher education institutions in Turkey including 76 universities with a total student enrollment of over 1 million. The quality of education at the Turkish universities varies greatly, some providing education and facilities on par with internationally renowned schools.