From reptiles to birds and mammals, veterinarians can be the ones to understand how to handle animals when they are in need of medical attention. Studying veterinary medicine may involve learning surgery techniques and other medical treatments.

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.