B.Sc.
in Advanced Zoology and Biotechnology is a 3 year full-time undergraduate
course. Eligibility to which is 10+2 examinations with 50% marks in
science stream or an equivalent examination from a recognized board.
Overview
B.Sc. in Advanced
Zoology and Biotechnology course gives a basic foundation of plants and
animals of all the fields of specification like genetic engineering,
statistical application wildlife preservations, microbiology, tissue culture
biotechnology, clinical laboratory techniques, environmental issues faced by
the different types of identification of diseases, pollution, their control
measures, and causative organisms, etc.
In
this course, students will study major subjects include quantitative biology,
invertebrates, genetics, cell biology, structural biology, animal biology,
biostatistics, environmental biology, developmental biology, immunology,
computations in life sciences, biotechnology, microbiology, etc. Students also
do research on plants and animals. They also work on various projects and
assignments to increase knowledge and skills in this field.
This
course deals with the research plants and animals. This course helps to
understand aspects of animal science disciplines including growth and
development, genetics, anatomy, comparative nutrition, basic and environmental
physiology.
Admission
to B.Sc. in Advanced Zoology and Biotechnology course is based on
merit-list or entrance-exam. Many colleges select candidates through
merit-list prepared by a university for this course admission. Some of the
reputed institutes conduct entrance examination along with the personal
interview for selecting candidates for course admission. Entrance exams may
vary from one institute to another. Few colleges directly admit students for
this course admission.
After
completing this course, candidates may get opportunities in the areas like
Biotechnology Companies, Science Research Departments, Government Hospitals,
Medical Equipment Companies, Colleges, and Universities, etc. These graduates
may work in positions like Conservationist, Animal Rehabilitator, Forensic Expert,
Animal Caretaker, Researcher, Zookeeper, Veterinarian, Animal Breeder, Wildlife
Biologist, Animal Trainer, Lab Technician, etc. The average salary for these
professionals ranges between INR 1 to 10 Lacs per annum based on their
experience and expertise in this field.
Eligibility
For B.Sc. in Advanced
Zoology and Biotechnology course eligibility, candidates have to pass their
10+2 examinations in science stream or an equivalent examination from a
recognized board. (Or)
Candidates
who have passed their higher secondary examination with 50% of marks in science
stream are eligible for this course. The percentage may vary from one college
to another. Many colleges conduct entrance exam for admission selection.
Admission Process
Admission to B.Sc. in
Advanced Zoology and Biotechnology course is based on merit-based or
entrance-based. Many colleges select candidates through merit-list prepared by
a university for this course admission. Some of the reputed institutes conduct
entrance examination along with the personal interview for selecting candidates
for course admission.
Some
of the entrance exams conducted by the top colleges and universities are:
·
IMU
CET
·
JEE
Mains
·
SET
·
BITSAT
·
LPU
NEST
Career Prospects
Graduates in this field
may get lots of opportunities in areas like Biotechnology Companies, Science
Research Departments, Government Hospitals, Medical Equipment Companies,
Colleges, and Universities, etc. After completing this course, professionals
may get offers in both government and public sectors. Some professionals may
start their own clinics, hospitals, animal and bird sanctuaries, parks, etc.
Some
graduates may start research on biotechnology in major laboratories. And they
may also work as lab technicians in various labs. Many of them work in channels
like animal planet to learn more about animals, birds, and other species in
this world.
Major Job positions
Conservationist
Conservationists
are responsible for conducting site inspections of on-going research projects
to assure that all the requirements and practices being installed to meet
client’s specifications. They may visit fields to meet the visitors and
producers to determine conservation needs and assist with conservation plan
development. They use hand tools to determine slope length and percentage
slope.
Animal Rehabilitator
Animal Rehabilitators
are responsible for nursing abandoned, sick, and injured animals and birds to
prepare them to return back their normal lives. They also feed animals, clean
cages, building and maintaining housing structures, assisting during surgical procedures,
examining and determining animal diseases, drawing, preparing, and analyzing
fecal and blood samples.
Forensic Expert
Forensic Experts are
responsible for analyzing animal samples, applying techniques such as mass
spectrometry, genetic fingerprinting, etc. record findings, attend and examine
scenes of crimes, and collect trace evidence from scenes of crimes. They also coordinate
with the team members, analyst, and review, interpret, supervise, present the
results, and also justify findings under cross-examination.
Animal Caretaker
Animal Caretakers are
responsible for other technicians to take care of animals. They may evaluate
animal’s condition, check vital statistics, clean and wrap wounds, collect
samples and medicines for animals. They also work in labs by doing blood tests,
urine analysis, as well as teeth cleaning. They also communicate with pet
owners and update animal’s files.
Veterinarian
Veterinarians are
responsible for promoting the health of animals by advising animal owners about
feeding, sanitation measures, and general care. They determine nature of
diseases by examining pets and animals. They also restore health by treating
animals medically. They document actions by completing reports, forms, animal
records, and reporting diseases to public health officials.
Job profile | Job description | Average salary | |
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