Overview:

Bachelor of Science (GEN) in Zoology, Botany & Chemistry (ZBC) is a 3-year undergraduate course, consists of 6 semesters and is offered in almost all of the colleges and universities in India. This course is designed to deliver solid foundational understanding in the two core areas, biological science and chemical science. By the end of the course, they will have acquired the basic understanding of zoology, botany, and chemistry that will allow them to analyze and address any problematic scenario that may be relevant to these areas of biological and chemical science.

The curriculum of the course has been balanced by a practical-based approach that involves classroom learning, laboratory work, research projects, and fieldwork. The curriculum of the course also has a multidisciplinarity approach that offers various career paths for graduates in a wide range of fields, including environmental science, research, educational studies, ect. Through out the entire course, students will learn about both critical thought, analytical reasoning, and problem-solving abilities. 

Course Curriculum:

This B.Sc. (gen.) in Zoology, Botany & Chemistry comprises modules that will provide the students with knowledge regarding each scientific discipline. Some of the key modules include the following:

Zoology: Animal Physiology, Genetics, Ecology, Evolutionary Biology, Animal Taxonomy, and many more.

Botany: Plant Physiology, Plant Taxonomy, Ecology, Genetics, Biochemistry, and many more.

Chemistry: Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, and others.

 
Career Opportunities:

This course will offer students many career options in the biological and chemical sciences, such as:

1. Environmental Scientist
2. Research Scientist
3. Laboratory Technician
4. Quality Control Analyst
5. Secondary Education Science Teacher
6. Biotechnologist
7. Conversationist
8. Environmental Consultant
    

Employment Sectors: 
B.Sc. (GEN) Zoology, Botany & Chemistry graduates can find employment in:

1. Research and Development Firms
2. Environmental Agencies
3. Educational Institutions: Schools, Colleges, Universities
4. Biotechnology Firms
5. Pharmaceutical Companies
6. Agricultural and Horticultural Organizations
7. Government Agencies and Public Administration
8. Environmental Conservation Organizations
9. Chemical Industries
    

The average starting salary for a graduate holding a BSc in Zoology/Botany & Chemistry ranges between INR 25,000 and 60,000 per month, depending on the nature of the job and sector in which one is employed.