B.Sc. in Zoology

Duration

3-Year

Eligibility

Students need to pass XII with minimum 50 % of marks in Physics, Chemistry and Biology from a recognized Board/University.

The 3-year degree course takes you to the world of Biological Oceanography, Competitive Physiology, Ecology, Developmental and Cell Biology, Vertebrate and Invertebrate Zoology, Parasitology, Biochemical genetics, Biological control and other areas of Research. Students will also be getting introduced to studies related to Morphology, Immunology as well. The course will also be covering Practical classes, Outdoor visits and sessions, Theory based tests etc provided they will be getting hands-on experience too.            

Syllabus

1st Year

Ecology

Microbiology

Biochemistry & Cellular basis of life

Evolution and Genetics

Cell & Molecular Biology

Wildlife Forensics

Microbial Diversity

Biosphere

Development & management of British Habitats

2nd Year

Biology of Vertebrates

Invertebrates

Vertebrate Organisms

Entomology

Animal Behaviour

Organismal & Population Biology

Research Methods

Zoo Science

Wildlife conservation

Ethology 

3rd Year

Marine Ecology

Conservation of Ecology

Biodiversity

Oncology and Immunology

Behavioural Physiology

Community and Population Ecology

Parasitology

Wildlife conservation

Anthropogenic Threats to Biosphere Welfare and Behaviour of Domesticated Animals

Course Fee

 INR 3,000- INR 7000 per semester on an average.

Future Scope/Career Prospects

Students after successful completion of B.Sc in Zoology can work as Animal care specialist, conservationist, wildlife biologist, zoo curator, wildlife educator, zoology faculty, zoology researcher, lab technicians, Ecologist, Nature Conservation Officer, Environmental Manager, etc. They can also pursue M.Sc in Zoology from Colleges in India or Abroad.