1. ABOUT

The Department of Zoology was established in the year 2021 and offers M.Sc. in ZOOLOGY. There are 5 Full Time Guest Faculty members with excellent teaching and research experience. The present intake for M.Sc. course is 60 and the admission is based on the merit cum roster system as per Govt. of Karnataka. The syllabus (CBCS Scheme) is on par with the curriculum framed in the best universities. The students will be trained and motivated to do their academics in the best possible manner. The board of studies (BOS) and board of examiners (BOE) of the Dept. takes care of continuous upgradation of the syllabus and evaluation process. Campus interviews are arranged for the outgoing students. Many of our students have cleared NET/SET and other competitive examinations and are well placed in academic /research institute and industries.

Vision

• To provide the best education in zoological science in both theory and practicals on par with the national and international standards.
• To provide a conducive environment for the integral growth and sustainable environmental through zoological sciences and correlate with the aligned subjects for the overall development with scientific temper.
• To provide a vibrant academic environment that imparts value addition to faculty and students to achieve personal and professional growth.

Mission

• Excellent teaching and research environment in tune with national and international standards.
• Continuous upgradation of the curriculum to meet the required standards and knowledge in zoology and aligned subjects.
• Possess the required physical infrastructure and scientific instrumental facilities.
• To strengthen research activities in collaboration with academic and industry partners, disseminate knowledge through scholarly publications and translate research excellence into economic and social benefits.

Achievements

• Innovative Teaching and Learning practice.
• Projects & Seminars for students.
• National seminars, workshops & Special lectures are arranged regularly.
• Museum visits are arranged for Final Year students.
• Secured Ranks: 1st Rank in 2021-2022, 2022-23, 2023-24.
• SLET/NET Passed: 07 (2021-22: 01, 2022-23: 02, 2023-24: 04).
• Counselling on competitive examinations, higher education and professional career.