Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam
- University
- Co - Education
- ESTD 1983
- State University
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Master of Science (M.Sc.) Zoology
Master of Science (M.Sc.) Zoology
Course
Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam offers M.Sc Zoology, two-year post-graduation for those who have completed their BSc in Zoology or equivalent from a recognized university. Entomology deals with the study of insects. The course imparts in-depth knowledge on public health entomology in order to acquire intense training related to modern approaches of epidemiology. The program would also provide information related to vectors and vector-borne diseases. Mahatma Gandhi University includes topics such as insect anatomy, insect morphology,insect anatomy-physiology and nutrition, principles of taxonomy, toxicology and insecticides, insect ecology, computer orientation, statistics, classification of insects, insect pathology, biological control of crop pests and weeds, pest of field crops, pest of horticultural and plantation crops, general acarology,storage entomology, plant resistance to insects, principles of integrated pest management, soil arthropods, and their management, insect vectors of plant viruses and other pathogens, commercial entomology, plant quarantine, vertebrate pest management, master’s seminar, master’s research, and so on. After the completion of the course, the students could set into careers with eye-catching salaries. The common job areas where the candidates could be placed are, defense services, colleges, universities, schools, forensic labs, healthcare sectors, agriculture sector, and so on.
Duration : 2 Years
Eligibility : The candidates must have pass Graduation (B.Sc) from a recognized University
Higher Studies
M.Phil
Ph.D
Career Opportunities
Entomology Research Associate
Associate Professor
Market Development Manager
Jr. Research Fellow, Entomologist
Business Development Executive
