BS Zoology Program Educational Objectives
The BS Zoology program aims to:
Pursue professional practices in zoology or advanced studies based on the technical skills and knowledge in animal biology, ecology, physiology, and supported disciplines.
Encourage students to develop and use abstract models in addition to applying respective methodologies in practical and research situations.
Provide practical skills to the students to initiate their career in academic institutions, research organizations, wildlife conservation, and environmental agencies related to zoology.
Prove mastery of the zoology knowledge and skills necessary to work as a professional zoologist, by demonstrating an understanding of current biological models, ecological interactions, and research techniques.
Provide formal foundations for higher learning and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the field of zoology and biological sciences.
COURSE FACTS |
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Study Level |
Study Mode |
Program Length |
Credit Hours |
Intake |
Class Timings |
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Undergraduate |
Full Time |
4 Years (8 Semesters) |
137 |
Fall & Spring |
Weekdays Morning |
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ENTRY TO BS Zoology |
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Eligibility |
Selection Criteria |
Scholarships |
Application |
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The applicant must have passed higher secondary school (Pre-Medical) examination |
Academic Qualification: 30% |
Need & Merit Based upto 100% |
Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
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ZOL-1101 | Principles of Animal Life-I | 3(2-1) |
BOT-1001 | Diversity of Plants | 3(2-1) |
CHE-1001 | Organic Chemistry | 3(2-1) |
ENG1001 | English-I | 3(3-0) |
UR-110 | Islamic Ethical Principles and Contemporary Issues (Islamic Studies) | 3(3-0) |
SC1005 | Introduction to Computer Sciences | 3(2-1) |
Total | 18 |
Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
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ZOL-1202 | Principles of Animal Life-II | 3(2-1) |
CHE-1002 | Inorganic Chemistry | 3(2-1) |
ENG1102 | English-II | 3(3-0) |
BCH-1001 | Introductory Biochemistry | 3(2-1) |
MAT1001 | Mathematics | 3(3-0) |
Total | 15 |
Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
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ZOL-2101 | Animal Diversity-Invertebrates | 4(3-1) |
CHE-2002 | Physical Chemistry | 3(3-0) |
ZOL-2203 | Animal Diversity-Vertebrates | 3(2-1) |
BOT-2004 | Systematic, Anatomy and Development | 3(2-1) |
ENG2205 | English-III | 3(3-0) |
UR-330 | Introduction to Basic Teachings of Qur’an | 2(2-0) |
Total | 18 |
Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
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ZOL-2106 | Animal Forms and Function-I | 4(3-1) |
ZOL-2207 | Animal Forms and Function-II | 4(3-1) |
BOT-2008 | Cell Biology, Genetics and Evolution | 3(2-1) |
BIO2009 | Biostatistics | 3(3-0) |
UR-220 | Pakistan Studies | 3(3-0) |
Total | 17 |
Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
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ZOL-3001 | Cell and Molecular Biology | 4(3-1) |
ZOL-3002 | Ichthyology | 2(1-1) |
ZOL-3003 | Animal Physiology-I | 4(3-1) |
ZOL-3004 | Animal Behavior | 3(2-1) |
BCH-3010 | Molecular Biochemistry | 3(3-0) |
UR-324 | Introduction to Hadith and Sirah | 2(2-0) |
Total | 18 |
Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
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ZOL-3005 | Genetics | 4(3-1) |
ZOL-3006 | Developmental Biology | 4(3-1) |
ZOL-3007 | Zoogeography and Paleontology | 3(2-1) |
ZOL-3008 | Introduction to Wildlife | 2(2-0) |
ZOL-3009 | Animal Physiology-II | 2(1-1) |
ZOL-3010 | Biological Techniques | 3(2-1) |
Total | 18 |
Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
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ZOL-4001 | Evolution and Principles of Systematics | 3(3-0) |
ZOL-4002 | Research Methodology | 1(1-0) |
ZOL-4003 | Environmental Biology | 4(3-1) |
UR-450 | Professional Ethics | 2(2-0) |
Elective-I | University Option | 3(2-1) |
Elective-II | University Option | 3(2-1) |
Total | 16 |
Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
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ZOL-4005 | Bioinformatics | 3(1-2) |
ZOL-4007 | Evolutionary Biology | 3(2-1) |
ZOL-4008 | Project | 3(3-0) |
Elective-III | University Option | 3(2-1) |
Elective IV | University Option | 3(2-1) |
UR-460 | Family Life in 21st Century: Challenges and Prospects | 2(2-0) |
Total | 17 |
Our graduates are serving in various national and multi-national companies. Some have established themselves as successful entrepreneurs while others are continuing higher education in renowned national and international universities. We strive to follow the motto of quality teaching and productive research.