Educational: To pursue a career in Zoology, you first need to
gain knowledge in biology, mathematics and chemistry. The minimum eligibility
to apply for bachelors degree is 10+2 certificate from a recognized board.
One can work as a Zoologist after completing bachelor's degree, master's
degree or doctoral degree. In order to go for research, masters degree
is necessary. The career scope of the students in Zoology is also vast
due to the need of conservation and management of the wild life in the
country. Some of the animal aspects studied by a Zoologist include body
and cell structure, life processes, evolution and animal genetics, growth
and development, animal classification, nutrition and physiology, health
issues and illness, behavior and type of habitat, interaction with other
animals and environment.
Personal: The students opting for a career in Zoology need to
be very courageous and should not have any place for fear in their lives.
They must also be dedicated, independent, and hardworking. Must
have the ability to work with diverse groups of people. Since scientists
frequently submit research proposals, they must have effective written
and verbal communication abilities. He/ She must be willing to spend most
of his or her time with a variety of animals and to work in risky situations
where they are open to attacks like biting, scratching etc and can sustain
injuries. Confined animals need full time attention therefore the hours
of work can be long and exhausting.
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Zoology : Institutes
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