MSC (ZOOLOGY)

An M.Sc. in Zoology is a two-year postgraduate program specializing in the scientific study of animals, encompassing their biology, structure, behavior, and evolution. 

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

What is Zoology?

• Zoology is the branch of biology that deals with the study of animals, their structure, physiology, behavior, evolution, and ecology. 
• It encompasses a wide range of topics, including animal behavior, wildlife biology, marine zoology, entomology (the study of insects), and herpetology (the study of reptiles and amphibians). 

What does an M.Sc. in Zoology involve?

• Curriculum:

  The curriculum typically covers various aspects of animal biology, including genetics, classification, evolution, biochemistry, animal welfare, animal behavior, physiology, ecology, and conservation. 

• Specializations:

  Common specializations within Zoology include animal behavior, wildlife biology, marine zoology, entomology, and herpetology. 

• Career Paths:

  A zoology degree can lead to various career paths, including zoologist, wildlife biologist, conservation scientist, zookeeper, animal behaviorist, and more. 

• Focus:

  Students acquire in-depth knowledge of biodiversity and the anatomy of animals, understanding the characteristics and evolution of animal life.