Program Overview
The BS Zoology program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of animal diversity, biological systems, and ecological relationships. It equips graduates with scientific knowledge and practical skills to explore animal life, conduct research, and apply zoological principles in environmental, agricultural, and health-related fields.
About Program
Students in this program study core areas such as animal physiology, genetics, ecology, and evolutionary biology. With guidance from experienced faculty, they gain hands-on training in laboratory techniques, fieldwork, and data analysis while being introduced to emerging fields such as biotechnology, aquaculture, pest management, and wildlife conservation.
The BS Zoology program at Riphah International University, Faisalabad, prepares graduates for careers in education, research, environmental management, and applied sciences. It emphasizes ethical responsibility, scientific inquiry, and professional skills, enabling students to contribute to national development and international scientific progress.
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Programme Structure & Course Plan:
Year 1 (Sem I-II )
| SEMESTER - 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Course Title | Credit |
| ZOL-1001 | Principles of Animal Life-I | 3(2-1) |
| BOT-1001 | Diversity of Plants | 3(2-1) |
| ENG-1001 | Functional English | 3(3-0) |
| UR-110 | Islamic Ethical Principles and Contemporary Issues (Islamic Studies) | 3(3-0) |
| MAT-1001 | Basic Mathematics-I | 3(3-0) |
| ZOL-FQI | Fehme Quran-I | 0(0-1) |
| SEMESTER - 2 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Course Title | Credit |
| ZOL-1002 | Principles of Animal Life-II | 3(2-1) |
| ZOL-1003 | Animal Diversity-Invertebrates | 4(3-1) |
| ENG-1102 | Expository Writing | 3(3-0) |
| CHE-1001 | Organic Chemistry | 3(2-1) |
| APSY-1103 | Introduction to Psychology | 3(3-0) |
| ZOL-FQII | Fehme Quran-II | 0(0-1) |
Year 2 (Sem III-IV )
| SEMESTER - 3 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Course Title | Credit |
| ZOL-2104 | Animal Diversity-Vertebrates | 3(2-1) |
| ZOL-2005 | Civics and Community Management | 2(2-0) |
| ZOL-2106 | Animal Forms and Function-I | 4(3-1) |
| UR-330 | Introduction to Basic Teachings of Qur’an | 2(2-0) |
| UR-220 | Pakistan Studies | 3(3-0) |
| SS1423 | Introduction to Information and Communication Technologies | 3(2-1) |
| SEMESTER - 4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Code | Course Title | Credit | |
| ZOL-2107 | Animal Forms and Function-II | 4(3-1) | |
| ZOL-2008 | Cell and Molecular Biology | 4(3-1) | |
| ZOL-2009 | Entrepreneurship | 3(3-0) | |
| BIO-2009 | Biostatistics | 3(3-0) | |
| BCH-1001 | Introductory Biochemistry | 3(2-1) | |
Year 3 (Sem V-VI )
| SEMESTER - 5 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Course Title | Credit |
| ZOL-3009 | Ichthyology | 2(1-1) |
| ZOL-3010 | Animal Physiology-I | 4(3-1) |
| ZOL-3011 | Animal Behavior | 3(2-1) |
| ZOL-3012 | Genetics | 4(3-1) |
| UR-324 | Introduction to Hadith and Sirah | 2(2-0) |
| SEMESTER - 6 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Course Title | Credit |
| ZOL-3013 | Developmental Biology | 4(3-1) |
| ZOL-3014 | Zoogeography and Paleontology | 3(2-1) |
| ZOL-3015 | Introduction to Wildlife | 2(2-0) |
| ZOL-3116 | Animal Physiology-II | 2(1-1) |
| ZOL-3017 | Biological Techniques | 3(2-1) |
| ZOL-3018 | Internship* | 3(0-3) |
Year 4 (Sem VII-VIII )
| SEMESTER - 7 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Course Title | Credit |
| ZOL-4020 | Evolution and Principles of Systematics | 3(3-0) |
| ZOL-4021 | Research Methodology | 1(1-0) |
| ZOL-4022 | Environmental Biology | 4(3-1) |
| UR-450 | Professional Ethics | 2(2-0) |
| Elective-I | University Option | 3(2-1) |
| Elective-II | --- | 3(2-1) |
| SEMESTER - 8 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Course Title | Credit |
| ZOL-4123 | Bioinformatics | 3(1-2) |
| ZOL-4024 | Evolutionary Biology | 3(2-1) |
| ZOL-4025 | Capstone 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) |
Eligibility Criteria
For Pakistani Nationals
- Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC – Pre-Medical) or equivalent qualification with at least 45% marks.
Related Programs
RIU – Faisalabad Campus
Contact:
- +92 41 111 111 002
- +92 337 7526363
- contact@riphahfsd.edu.pk