What is the key difference between MSc Microbiology and MSc Zoology?

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    Aadit Singh Uppal | Contributor-Level 10

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    Microbiology focuses on the study of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa. On the other hand, Zoology focuses on the scientific study of animals, including their behaviour, physiology, ecology, evolution, taxonomy, and conservation. Candidates can check the table below to compare the two courses.

    Parameters

    MSc Zoology

    MSc Microbiology

    Level of course

    Postgraduate 

    Postgraduate

    Course Duration

    2 years

    2 years

    Course fee 

    INR 10,000 to 50,000

    INR 20,00 to INR 1 lakh

    Minimum qualification

    BSc Zoology or any related field

    BSc in relevant discipline

    Entrance Exams

    CPGET, CUET PG, URAT PG, Andhra Pradesh PGCET, etc.

    IPU CET, BITSAT, CUET PG

    Top Colleges

    Banaras Hindu University, Calcutta University, Bharathiar University, Osmania University, etc. 

    Alagappa University, Aligarh Muslim University, Bharathiar University, Calcutta University, etc. 

    Average Salary

    INR 6.7 LPA

    INR 4 LPA - INR 5 LPA

    Job profiles

    Zoologist, conservationist, wildlife biologist, wildlife educator, zoology faculty, zoology researcher, and lab technician.

    Microbiologist, Clinical Research Associate, Research Analyst, Project Assistant, Nutritionist, etc.

    Top Recruiters

    Agrochemical Companies, Fisheries and Aquaculture, Animal Clinics, Environmental and Ecosystem Management Sector, Aquariums, Medical Research, etc.

    Cipla, Ranbaxy, Sun Pharma, Mascot International, Siron Technology, Pvt. Ltd., Lakshmi Life Sciences Ltd, Panacea Biotec Limited, Serum Institute of India, etc.

    Note: The information is sourced from external websites and may vary.

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