Zoology

It is the scientific study of animals including protozoa, fish, reptiles, birds and mammals. It is the science which deals with study of animals and their existence in the environment. It encompasses the structure, anatomy, characteristics, behavior, distribution, mode of nutrition, physiology, genetics and evolution of animal species.

Direction

Stream Graduation After Graduation After Post Graduation
Path 1
 Clear Class XII with Science Stream with Biology Pursue B.Sc. (Hons) Zoology or B.Sc. (Hons) Life Sciences or B.Sc. (Hons) Biological Sciences for 3 years Pursue M. Sc. Zoology or M.Sc. in Life Sciences for 2 years Pursue Ph.D for 3-5 years
Path 2
 Clear Class XII with Science Stream with Biology Pursue B.Sc. (Hons) Zoology or B.Sc. (Hons) Life Sciences or B.Sc. (Hons) Biological Sciences for 3 years Pursue Diploma/PG Diploma in Zoology for 1-2 years -

Personality Traits

  1. Courageous
  2. Dedicated, independent & hardworking
  3. Ability to work with diverse groups of people
  4. Effective written & verbal communication abilities
  5. Willing to spend time with variety of animals
  6. Working hours could be long and exhausting

Job Prospects

  1. Zoos
  2. Wild life Services
  3. Botanical Gardens
  4. Conservation Organizations
  5. National Parks
  6. Nature Reserves
  7. Universities
  8. Laboratories

Prominent Colleges

  • Institute
  • Loyola College, Chennai
  • St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai
  • Christ University, Bengaluru
  • Madras Christian College, Chennai
  • Fergusson College, Pune
  • Presidency College, Chennai
  • Hansraj College, New Delhi
  • St. Joseph’s College, Calicut
  • St. Albert’s College, Kerala
  • St. Xavier’s College, Kolkata