Those who study ceramics typically learn how to sculpt items out of clay and other non-organic materials for practical and decorative purposes. Some programs may even incorporate more technologically-advanced applications such as digital imagery.

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.