Zoology BSc at University of Dhaka
The department offers the degrees of B.Sc. (Honours) M.S., M.Phil. and Ph.D. in different specialized branches of Zoology, Viz. Entomology, Fisheries, Genetics, Parasitology and Wildlife Biology. B.Sc. Honours is a four year integrated course comprising of based on course and laboratory works. Students are to complete a total of 32 courses in zoology and 14 courses in two subsidiary subjects (Botany, Biochemistry and Microbiology) in four years.
M.Sc. Final is a one-year degree based either on course works (Group A) or, research and course works (Group B). Students after completing B.Sc. :Honours degree are enrolled to take a research project along with the specialized courses and submit a thesis. Alternatively, Group A students take a practical examination in lieu of thesis. The research is carried out under the supervision of a member of the academic staff of the Department.
M.Phil. is normally a two-year degree based on course works and research. The research results are submitted in the form of a thesis. An oral examination is also required.
Ph.D. is normally a four-year degree based completely on research. On completion of the research a candidate must submit a thesis embodying the results of his work. He is also required to take an oral examination.