About Department

Department of Zoology, Holy Cross College, Agartala started its journey in the year 2012. The aim of the department is to prepare students who are conscious about their responsibilities towards nature, skilled to preserve nature, sustain wildlife and to equip students with comprehensive knowledge, foster a passion for learning and research, and offer practical, hands-on experiences in the field.

           The department offers its students a better practical understanding while studying the various organisms. The department has a plethora of preserved specimens displaying an array of unique features. Studying Zoology allows students to dive deep into understanding the natural world and explore how they can contribute to conservation efforts. The department of Zoology has ample scope of experiential learning along with problem solving courses and also provide scope for participative learning.

            Zoologists dedicate their work to a variety of animal species, examining their origins, evolution, structural diversity, diseases, life cycles, and behaviours. With the combination of optimized theoretical and practical knowledge, our students have shown excellent results under Tripura University along with the alumni well settled pursuing higher education or achieving professional advancement.
             Students can opt for various careers in the field of Zoology like Marine Biologist , Zookeeper, Academic researcher, Animal nutritionist ,Science writer, Environmental Manager, Environmental Scientist, Ecologist, Forest officer, Wildlife biologist, Zoologist, Animal physiotherapist, Faculty positions, Conservation Officer, Conservationist, Field trials officer, Entomologist, Fisheries Officer, Indian Forest Services, Laboratory Assistant, Marine scientist, Wildlife organisations and entrepreneurs.

Department Email Address: hod.zoology@hccagt.ac.in

 

Courses Offered by Department of Zoology, Holy Cross College, Agartala

1.     UG: B.Sc. Hons. & B.Sc. General (TDPH/TDP)

2.     B.Sc. Zoology Hons. (NEP 2020).

 

Certificate Course (In collaboration with Sherlock Institute of Forensic Science, New Delhi)

1.     Forensic Science and Crime Scene Investigation

2.     Forensic Psychology

 

Year of Establishment

2012

Head of the Department

Dr. Parichita Ray Choudhury