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Science
M.Phil.
in Zoology is an advanced postgraduate research program provided to conduct
research in the subject. Candidates who have completed their postgraduate
degree in Zoology can apply for this course. Some of the colleges conduct their
own entrance examination for the program.
Overview
Master
of Philosophy in Zoology is a research oriented program intended to provide the
candidate with the proper tools to build up their own research in zoology.
Zoology is a branch of biology that deals with the study of animal kingdom. The
degree requires the candidates to carry out extensive research and prepare
their own dissertation. Course includes rigorous study of topics like animal
physiology & neurobiology, marine biology and research techniques. The
degree is awarded after conducting original research in zoology but before the
defense of dissertation. For
anyone who has an interest in researching the animal kingdom to its very core
after completing the post-graduation in zoology, M.Phil. Zoology is a perfect
course. If you are someone who wishes to pursue the doctoral course i.e. Ph.D.
in Zoology, this course will take you several steps closer to achieving that
goal.
Achieving
this degree requires candidates to have a high dedication towards the subject
and excellent management skills to take on research projects.
Eligibility
Candidate applying must
have successfully completed a Master of Science in Zoology with minimum of 55%
aggregate score. Other than the mentioned criterion candidate can also apply if
he/she has scored 55% aggregate score in an exam that is considered equivalent.
Aside from the M.Sc. score some of the colleges conduct their entrance
examination and a personal interview.
Admission Process
Each college has a
different criterion for admission in the M.Phil. Zoology course. Few of the
colleges conduct their own entrance examination. Information about the few of
them is given below:
Berhampur
University, Odisha
Admission into all M.
Phil courses is done by an entrance test followed by an interview. The Test
comprises of one paper of 100 marks (50 marks Objective Type Questions and 50
marks for short-answer type questions) of two hours duration. The Question
Paper covers all the papers taught at the Post-Graduate level of the concerned
subject.
The
candidates should secure minimum 50% of marks in the entrance test in order to
be eligible for the interview.
Panjab
University, Chhattisgarh
Candidates who wish to
pursue M.Phil. as well as Ph.D. in any subject at the Panjab University must
appear for the Panjab University Ph.D. Entrance Test
Career Prospects
Master of Philosophy in
Zoology gives candidates an opportunity to research and work as a zoologist.
Employment opportunities for zoologists are available in various industries
such as Zoos, Wildlife services, Botanical Gardens, Conservation organizations,
National parks, Nature reserves, Universities, laboratories etc.
Major Job positions
Animal Behaviorists and Rehabilitators
Animal
behaviorists train the employees of zoos and museums on how to interact and
care for animals. They generally focus on behaviors of animals in the natural
habitats (ethology). They take care for ill, injured or orphaned wild animals
which have been injured by bushfires, oil spills, or other major disasters.
After the animals regain their healthy conditions, the rehabilitators release
them back in the wild.
Zoo Curators
A curator oversees the
zoo’s entire animal collection, manages the facility’s staff members, and
completes various administrative tasks. An animal curator oversees one specific
group of animals in a zoo’s animal collection, such as reptiles or mammals. They
also have to make decisions involving animal husbandry, diets, veterinary care,
quarantine procedures, enrichment activities, animal transportation, and
research projects
Conservationist
Zoologists are also
employed by wildlife conservation agencies as Wildlife Conservationists where
their major responsibility is to conserve the extinct species of wildlife and
animals. As a conservationist, their job is mainly based on the conservation of
wild animals and their habitats.
Teachers and Researchers
After completing
M.Phil. in Zoology, one can teach in schools and colleges. Researchers can
conduct research in private organizations or in university departments. The
zoologist conduct research about a number of topics related to a particular
animal species. Upon completion of the research, they can continue as an
independent researcher or work as a professor in colleges or universities. They
can also join as project leader or research director and lead other budding
zoologists in research projects.
| Job profile | Job description | Average salary | |
| Professor | Professor is an academic rank at universities and other post-secondary education and research institutions in most countries. Literally, professor derives from Latin as a "person who professes". Professors are usually experts in their field and teachers of the highest rank | Professor is an academic rank at universities and other post-secondary education and research institutions in most countries. Literally, professor derives from Latin as a "person who professes". Professors are usually experts in their field and teachers of the highest rank | 16,73,000 in 0-2 Years |
| Teacher | The duties of a teacher can include: Teaching students based on national curriculum guidelines within your specialist subject areas. Planning, preparing and delivering lessons. Encouraging student participation in lessons and in other school-related activities. | The duties of a teacher can include: Teaching students based on national curriculum guidelines within your specialist subject areas. Planning, preparing and delivering lessons. Encouraging student participation in lessons and in other school-related activities. | 2,95,493 in 0-2 Years |
| Animal Behaviorists and Rehabilitators | Animal behaviorists train the employees of zoos and museums on how to interact and care for animals. They generally focus on behaviors of animals in the natural habitats (ethology). They take care for ill, injured or orphaned wild animals which have been injured by bushfires, oil spills, or other major disasters. After the animals regain their healthy conditions, the rehabilitators release them back in the wild. | Animal behaviorists train the employees of zoos and museums on how to interact and care for animals. They generally focus on behaviors of animals in the natural habitats (ethology). They take care for ill, injured or orphaned wild animals which have been injured by bushfires, oil spills, or other major disasters. After the animals regain their healthy conditions, the rehabilitators release them back in the wild. | 6,00,000 in 0-2 Years |
| Zoo Curators | A curator oversees the zoo’s entire animal collection, manages the facility’s staff members, and completes various administrative tasks. An animal curator oversees one specific group of animals in a zoo’s animal collection, such as reptiles or mammals. They also have to make decisions involving animal husbandry, diets, veterinary care, quarantine procedures, enrichment activities, animal transportation, and research projects | A curator oversees the zoo’s entire animal collection, manages the facility’s staff members, and completes various administrative tasks. An animal curator oversees one specific group of animals in a zoo’s animal collection, such as reptiles or mammals. They also have to make decisions involving animal husbandry, diets, veterinary care, quarantine procedures, enrichment activities, animal transportation, and research projects | 3,50,000 in 0-2 Years |
| Conservationist | Zoologists are also employed by wildlife conservation agencies as Wildlife Conservationists where their major responsibility is to conserve the extinct species of wildlife and animals. As a conservationist, their job is mainly based on the conservation of wild animals and their habitats. | Zoologists are also employed by wildlife conservation agencies as Wildlife Conservationists where their major responsibility is to conserve the extinct species of wildlife and animals. As a conservationist, their job is mainly based on the conservation of wild animals and their habitats. | 6,00,000 in 0-2 Years |
* Average salary are subjective to change based on various factors
