MSc Zoology

• Two-year, four-semester TU programme advancing theoretical and practical competence in zoological sciences with specializations in Ecology, Entomology, Fish & Fisheries, and Parasitology.
• Programme emphasises biodiversity science, conservation, organismal biology, ecological processes, and applied zoology.
• Training covers fieldwork, laboratory techniques, data analysis, species identification, and research methods.
• Medium of instruction is English; attendance requirement is 75%.
• Assessment includes theory, practicals, internal evaluations, and a compulsory entrance exam for admission.

Curricular structure (table only)
(Semester-wise tables are provided as images in the source; structure below summarizes the organisation.)

Features
• Four specializations aligned with national biodiversity and conservation needs
• Strong integration of theory, field study, and laboratory work
• Objective-type entrance exam; 35% pass mark
• 90 working days per semester
• Practical-intensive structure with required attendance

Admission process
• B.Sc. Zoology or equivalent required
• TU IOST entrance exam: 100 marks, 2 hours, MCQ format
• Must score minimum 35% to qualify
• Selection based on entrance merit and institutional criteria

Job prospects
• Roles in biodiversity conservation, wildlife management, ecological assessment
• Research positions in universities, labs, NGOs, and government agencies
• Specialists in entomology, parasitology, fisheries, and ecological monitoring
• Environmental-impact assessment and consulting
• Positions in zoos, museums, research centres, and public-health sectors
• Teaching positions in higher education after fulfilling academic requirements