M.Sc. Zoology

Eligibility: Graduation in Zoology/Biological Techniques & Specimen Preparation or equivalent
Course Level : Postgraduate (PG)
Duration : 2 Years
Description :

Zoology is the branch of biology that studies the animal kingdom and animal life in general and it encompasses all aspects of scientific knowledge about animals, like embryonic development, evolution, behavior, ecological distribution, and classification. Master of Science or M.Sc. in Zoology is a postgraduate program with two years of study. This four semester course helps students to understand the rich diversity of organisms and their ecological and evolutionary significance. Students can improve their knowledge in areas like anatomy and physiology of living organisms, DNA biotechnology, diseases, pathogens and parasites, environment, resources, protection of endangered organisms and their conservation. Also students can acquire knowledge and skills in the observation and study of nature, biological techniques, experimental skills and scientific investigation.

Main Subjects to Be Studied

  • Biosystematics & Animal Diversity
  • Evolutionary Biology & Ethology
  • Biochemistry
  • Biostatistics
  • Computer Application & Research Methodology
  • Ecology- Principles & Practices
  • Genetics & Bio-informatics
  • Developmental Biology
  • Biophysics, Instrumentation & Biological Techniques
  • Animal Physiology
  • Cell & Molecular Biology
  • Microbiology & Biotechnology
  • Immunology

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