• BANGALORE CENTRAL CAMPUS
  • Open From: 08-Dec-2023
  • Open Until: 02-Jul-2024

Master of Science Zoology

M.Sc., (Zoology) curriculum is designed to give the students an insight into the structure, behaviour, physiology, classification, evolution, and ecology of animals. With the global standards of the curriculum, graduates in zoology, will have expertise in various aspects of the animal kingdom, ranging from microscopic organisms to complex vertebrates. The course covers various aspects of biology including animal anatomy and physiology, ethology (animal behaviour), taxonomy and classification, ecology, evolution, conservation and wildlife biology, paleozoology, vertebrate and invertebrate zoology etc.
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Why choose this course?

Broad scope for diverse learning.

Deep scientific knowledge emphasized.

Apply knowledge for societal benefit.

Economic improvement through applications.

Focus on enhancing quality of life.

Direct/indirect societal benefits emphasized.

What you will learn?

Modules

Career Prospects

Scientist

Marine Biologist

Herpetologist

Wildlife biologist

Ethologist

Ornithologist

Zoo curator and Genetics Researcher

Ecologist

Conservation Biologist

Mammalogist

Application Process

Applicants may apply for the programme from 8th December 2023. applications will be available online on the University website till the date applications will officially close.

Applications for each programme will close approximately a week before the scheduled selection process.

All applicants must visit the page: https://appstat.christuniversity.in and register by entering NAME (as printed on Class 10 Marks Card), EMAIL-ID, and set a password.  (The email id and mobile number provided will be used for sending confirmation and application status-update messages). An applicant can apply for as many programmes using the same ID as long as the prescribed eligibility criteria for the specific programme is fulfilled.

Applicants must have the following documents prior to fill the application online:

Office of Admissions will communicate with the applicant only through the university website www.christuniversity.in under the link “Application Status” or click the link: https://appstat.christuniversity.in

International Category

produce evidence of passing the qualifying examination in English medium or have IELTS 6.0 with no sub-score below 5.5 or TOEFL (paper) 550, TOEFL (computer) of 213 or TOEFL (IBT) of 79 scores
Intensive Certificate course in English Language (Full Time) conducted from March to May each year or One Semester Certificate course in English Language (Part Time) conducted after regular class hours from June to December.

Note: The International Student category fee structure is binding for the full duration of the programme and cannot be transferred /changed in between.

Candidates from the above listed categories having pursued Indian Educational qualification and who may have applied under the Indian States Category will have to pay the International Student Category Fee. The decision of the Admission committee is final.

Candidates seeking admission through International Student category (Foreign Nationals/PIO/OCI) will have a separate application process, with the option to apply for any programme at Christ University.

Online Application form

Email ID for any clarifications: isc.admission@christuniversity.in

NRI Category

Students who fall under any of the following classifications, at the time of application may apply under NRI Student category and be liable to pay the fees applicable to the category for the entire duration of the course.

Note: If only condition 5 is satisfied, and not conditions 1 to 4 above, NRI student category fee will be applicable only for the first year.


For email queries:  nri.admission@christuniversity.in

Admission Process

Selection process results will be available on https://appstat.christuniversity.in Selected candidates will receive an E-Offer of admission. The offer will be valid upto the date mentioned in the Offer of admission.
 
All selected candidates must note that admission is provisional and subject to University rules.
 
Selected candidates must download the offer of admission on the ‘Application Status’ link on the University website.

To process admission

All original marks cards and one set of photocopies must be submitted for verification at the time of admission as mentioned below,

All mandatory documents must be submitted for verification during the admission process.

An undertaking for pending original documents unavailable currently [applicable only for candidates writing/passing their exam in March – May – 2024], must be submitted to the Office of Admissions. These documents must be submitted on or before 20 September 2024.

Failure to submit the pending documents will be treated as unsuccessful in the qualifying examination or considered “Not Eligible” and admission will be terminated from CHRIST (Deemed to be University) without any claim.

All admitted students must open an account at South Indian Bank, CHRIST (Deemed to be University) Branch as part of the admission process and must carry relevant ID proof (Aadhar Card and Pan Card).

The University ID card is a smart card, which is both an ID cum ATM card with a chip containing the student personal details. All transactions within the University campus after the commencement of classes, including fee payment, will be processed only through this card. It is also an access card for Library and other restricted places.

Selected candidates who fall under International student category (ISC) should register with the Foreigner Regional Registration Officer (FRRO / FRO) of the Local Police in Bengaluru, India within 14 working days from the date of admission or arriving in Bengaluru.

The date of commencement of the academic Year 2024 will be intimated during the admission process.

Cancellation Policy

Miscellaneous Information

Admission Queries

For any queries at any given time during the application and admission process, you may contact us through the following Email ID’s:
The Office of Admissions,
CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Hosur Road,
Bengaluru – 560 029, Karnataka, INDIA

Phone
+91 92430 80800
+91 80 4012 9400

Email IDs
Indian candidates: admissions@christuniversity.in
NRI candidates: nri.admission@christuniversity.in
International: isc.admission@christuniversity.in

CHRIST (Deemed to be University)
Kanmanike, Kumbalgodu, Mysore Road,
Bengaluru – 560 074, Karnataka, INDIA

Phone
+91 80 4012 9800,
+91 80 4012 9802
+91 80 4012 9820

Email
admissions.kengeri@christuniversity.in

CHRIST (Deemed to be University),
Mariam Nagar, Meerut Road,
Delhi NCR Ghaziabad – 201003

Phone
1800-123-3212

Email
admission.ncr@christuniversity.in

CHRIST (Deemed to be University)
Hulimavu, Bannerghatta Road,
Bengaluru – 560 076, Karnataka, INDIA

Phone
+91 080 4655 1306

Email
admissions.bgr@christuniversity.in

CHRIST (Deemed to be University)
Nagasandra, Near Tumkur Road,
Bengaluru 560 073, Karnataka, INDIA

Phone
+91 97422 44407
+91 80 6989 6666

Email
admissions.yeshwanthpur@christuniversity.in

CHRIST (Deemed to be University),
Christ University Road, 30 Valor Court, PO Dasve Lavasa, Mulshi, Pune – 412112, Maharashtra

Phone
1800-123-2009

Email
admission.lavasa@christuniversity.in

Between: Monday to Friday: 09:00 AM to 04:00 PM,
Saturday: 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM

(Office remains closed on Sundays, Government Holidays and Any special events)

Eligibility

A Bachelor’s degree with Physics as a core paper in all years of their programme.

Applicants must have an aggregate of  50% and above from any recognised University in India or abroad recognised by UGC / AIU.

Students appearing for their final degree examinations in March-June 2024 are also eligible to apply. Applicants who are in the last year of their studies should have secured 50% or above aggregate in all the Semesters / Years of Undergraduate Examinations conducted so far.

Students pursuing an International curriculum must note that eligibility is according to AIU stipulations.

Fee Structure - 2024

Year
Karnataka
Other Indian States
NRI
SAARC / AFRICA / PIO / OCI / ASEAN
Other Foreign Nationals
Time of Payment
1
96,000 INR
116,000 INR
180,000 INR
2,500 USD
3,000 USD
Within seven days of declaration of the Selection Process Result
2
96,000 INR
116,000 INR
180,000 INR
2,500 USD
3,000 USD
On or before March 15, 2025

 

# The fee for Karnataka domicile students, as indicated in the table, is the actual fee payable and excludes the scholarship amount.

 

It is to be noted that though the fee is fixed for two years, there may be a periodic nominal increase to meet the rise in costs.

(The above condition is not applicable to NRI and candidates applied under NRI Category).


For the Online Application form, click the below link:

Syllabus (Academic Year-2023)

Syllabus (Academic Year-2023)

Content will be updated soon

Objectives

Programme Outcomes

PO1:

Demonstrate awareness of core biology subjects such as Cytology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Analytical Techniques, Bio-statistics and enabling them to understand the implications of these topics in the Zoological studies

PO2:

Appreciate the in-depth knowledge on advanced basic zoology courses vertebrates, invertebrates, animal phylogeny etc

PO3:

Secure employability in the relevant industries by the introduction of applied zoology modules such as Fisheries, Sericulture, Animal biotechnology etc

PO4:

Exhibit skills in doing research in Universities and R&D Centres

PO5:

Gain skills to appear for competitive exams like CSIR NET, SET etc