Ph.D. (Zoology)

Doctor of Philosophy in Zoology

Ph.D. Zoology or Doctor of Philosophy in Zoology is a Doctorate Zoology course. Zoology deals with the study of animals, their structure classifications and their existence in the environment. This field is divided into several sub-branches such as - the study of fish and their habitats - Ichthyology; study of birds - Ornithology; and study of mammals-mammalogy. The duration of the course three years and the course is taken up both after Master’s Degree (based on percentage criteria) in some cases and the other after M.Phil. The Doctorate degree course is an important and job offering in nature that opens many fields for them. The course is career orienting in nature and enhances the academic values of the candidates.

Ph.D. Zoology Eligibility

• Students should have had a master’s degree in a relevant discipline with minimum 55% (50 % for SC/ST/PH candidates) or an equivalent grade from a university or a recognized institution of higher learning and five years of teaching/industry/administration/professional experience at senior level.
• Applicants who qualify UGC (NET/JRF)/CSIR(NET/JRF)/ICAR (JRF/SRF) examination/SLET/GATE/GPAT/ICAR hold teacher fellowship are exempted from Ph.D. entrance test.

Ph.D. Zoology Syllabus

Syllabus of Zoology as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

Ph.D. Zoology Colleges

• University of Madras, Chennai
• Banaras Hindu University - BHU, Varanasi
• Periyar University, Salem
• Panjab University - PU, Chandigarh

Ph.D. Zoology Course Suitability

• Those who have data-handling skills such as to record, collate and analyze data using appropriate techniques and equipment.
• They should have written communication skills and presentation and oral communication skills such as to present research findings and make presentations in a clear, succinct way.
• Other essentials are project management skills-organizing and undertaking research projects, experiments, etc. (including budgeting, contingency planning and time management).
• They have a good understanding of information technology; the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

How is Ph.D. Zoology Beneficial?

• The Doctorate degree course is beneficial for those students who want to study animal behaviour, evolutionary trends, species and characteristics and the structure, functioning, behaviour and evolution of animals, including living beings.
• A student can find a career in zoology across the world and some include travelling. Few television channels such as National Geographic, Animal Planet and Discovery channel offer various opportunities for documentary film making and other specialists.
• They can become teachers and lecturers in schools and colleges respectively; for joining colleges they should have NET pass certificate and other UGC rules and regulations.
• They can also go to universities and research institutes for study.
• They can also join chemical, pharmaceutical and petroleum companies for jobs.

Ph.D. Zoology Employment Areas

• Wildlife Sanctuaries
• National Parks
• Botanical Gardens
• Zoos
• Research Laboratories
• Aquariums
• Animal Clinics
• Fisheries and Aquaculture
• Museums
• Pharmaceutical Companies
• Veterinary Hospitals                  

Ph.D. Zoology Job Types

• Animal Caretaker
• Conservationist
• Animal Rehabilitator
• Documentary Maker
• Animal & Wildlife Educator
• Forensic Expert
• Animal Trainer
• Lab Technician
• Zoo Curator
• Animal Breeder
• Researcher
• Animal Behaviourist
• Wildlife Biologist
• Veterinarian
• Zookeeper