Bachelor of Science (hons.) in Zoology is a UG degree awarded after successful completion of three-year course, which includes a comprehensive study of animals and their biological processes, key aspects of zoological phenomena from molecular to ecological levels, links between animals and the environment in which they live. The course focuses on evolution, behavior, function and structure of animals and students taking up this course also study the development and origin of interactions, behaviors and habits of species.

The course includes the study of ecology, genetics evolution, biotechnology, molecular and cell biology, embryology, immunology, biochemistry, physiology and morphology. In short, B. Sc (hons.) in zoology is a course that deals with the detailed and comprehensive study of animal sciences.

Government colleges offering B. Sc (hons.) in Zoology:

The names of government colleges offering B. Sc (hons.) in Zoology course are given below:

• Chandernagore Government College

• Durgapur Government College

• Daulat Ram College (W), Delhi University

• Hindu College, Delhi University

• Hans Raj College, Delhi University

• Kirori Mal College, Delhi University

• Miranda House College, Delhi University

• Ramjas College, Delhi University

• Shri Guru Tegh Bahadur Khalsa College, Delhi University

• Swami Shraddhanand College, Delhi University

• B.J.B. Autonomous College, Bhuabaneswar

• Dera Natung Government College, Itanagar

• Government (SRAS) Degree College

Why an honors B. Sc in Zoology?

This course can lead to a number of career paths and research opportunities in the field of animal studies and natural sciences. Television channels like discovery channel, animal planet and national geographic channel offer an ample opportunity for zoologists. Other major employment areas include zoological parks, resorts, wildlife parts and other important source of employment for zoology graduates. In addition, there are PG courses in oceanography and marine zoology for zoology graduates.

Eligibility for getting into B. Sc (hons.) in Zoology course:

The basic eligibility requirement for seeking admission to the B. Sc (hons.) in zoology course is a higher secondary or its equivalent qualification in science stream of education with at least 50% of marks in biology or in aggregate from a recognized board of education. In addition, some reputed institutions and colleges conduct entrance examination for offering admission to the course. Therefore, selection will be done based on merit in qualifying examination and in entrance exam (if applicable).

Subjects taught in the B. Sc (hons.) in zoology course:

The names of subjects offered in the course are given below:

• Biology

• Biodiversity

• Chemistry

• Molecular biology

• Animal physiology and functional histology

• Biochemistry

• Developmental biology

• Ecology

• Immunology

• Genetics and geonomics

• Applied zoology/bioinformatics/environmental management

• Evolutionary biology

• Biotechnology

Thus, B. Sc (honors) in zoology course offers opportunities for comprehensive study of invertebrate and vertebrate fauna inclusive of their structural organization, ecobiology, physiology through class room lectures, instructional excursions, field studies and practices. Graduates in this course can go for PG in microbiology, genetics, toxicology, biophysics, biotechnology and life sciences. There are also other higher education options like forestry, wildlife, pharmaceutical sciences, agricultural entomology, etc… Thus, candidates with interest towards animal life can go for this course without any fear of higher education and job opportunities in the future.

Career options:

In addition to becoming eligible for higher studies and research activities, candidates with B. Sc (honors) in Zoology can find employment opportunities in the following positions:

• Zoo Keeper

• Zoo Curator

• Wildlife Biologist

• Veterinarian

• Researcher

• Lab Technician

• Forensic Expert

• Documentary Maker

• Conservationist

• Animal and wildlife Educators

• Animal Trainers

• Animal Rehabilitator

• Animal Psychologist

• Animal Caretaker

• Animal Behaviorist

• Animal Breeder

Thus, candidates with B. Sc (hons.) in Zoology can enter into different areas of employment and they can enjoy a very good job prospects.