The Department of Zoology was established in the year 1998 for undergraduate course Bachelor of Science (BSc) under C.S.J.M. University, Kanpur and shares its birth with that of Sacred Heart Degree College. The semester system was implemented in 2021 under the University of Lucknow, Lucknow. This department currently has 2 faculty members and 1 Lab in charge. Dr. Yogesh Chandra Dixit, Associate professor is the head of the department. Zoology as a career provides several specializations because of which the students are presented with a plethora of career options once they choose to be associated with this field. This field is concerned with the preservation and management of the animal kingdom and a career in it would mean that you are a part of that responsibility. All faculty members have excellent academic credentials with teaching and research experience. The faculty is always available to guide and council the students and remain friendly and accessible. The departmental Library is also available with reference books and Journals The Department of Zoology has two well-equipped laboratories with all Research facilities for the Project work of Students. We have the best laboratories across Sitapur District.

SALIENT FEATURES OF THE DEPARTMENT –

• The department aims to provide a broad multidisciplinary course in Zoology.
• The department train students in a wide range of science-based skills that provide the learning base for future careers in disciplines such as health sciences, agriculture, environmental management, emerging biotechnologies, publishing, teaching, research and management.
• We provide excellence in teaching, research and extension education in the field of Zoology
• Offers a modular course of lectures and associated seminars, research projects and practical classes, supported by supervision where appropriate.
• The department promotes training in practical and conceptual skills in sub-disciplines ranging from molecular cell biology, through physiology and Endocrinology, to the study of populations in both an ecological and evolutionary framework.
• The department has one of the best museum across the district.
• The department runs various in-house projects like the production of bio enzymes using temple waste, recycling paper, and silk production through sericulture and involves students to promote a sense of waste management in them.
• The Department organizes zoological excursions and study tours at different places to study living animals, and their behaviour and visit different national institutions.
• Fieldwork experiences at Krishi Vigyan Kendra II and CSIR-IITR.
• The department provides constructive feedback on their progress, individual students will be assessed throughout the year in their project work, participation in seminars and written work for supervision.
• The department provides professional training in effective verbal and written communication skills through presentation series.
• The department celebrates Wildlife Week, Ozone Day, Earth Day, World Environment Day Sparrow Day and many more by involving students to create a sense of responsibility among them towards nature and its preservation.
• The department promotes students for self-employment through aquaculture, sericulture, apiculture, bio-fertilizer and Vermiculture.
• The department produces globally competitive graduates in Zoology

Career prospects