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What is zoology?

Zoology is a life science that provides you with a thorough background in the biology of animals. This program equips you with the knowledge needed for any health-care related career.

Why zoology at OSU?

At OSU, we believe in the value of undergraduate research. With a zoology major, you learn about animal diversity and select among upper-division courses on specific animal groups and/or related topics. You will also work on an independent research project in a faculty mentor’s lab or complete a relevant internship.
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Career Paths

Zoology graduates can go on to graduate school, or professional programs, such as medical school or veterinary school and are prepared to enter a variety of career fields, including the public and private sector:

  • Biotechnology
  • Conservation Biology
  • Education
  • Environmental Management
  • Health Care Industry
  • Medicine
  • Politics and Policy
  • Research
  • Science Museums/Zoos/Aquariums

Highlights

  • Zoology majors at OSU have the chance to participate in undergraduate research, such as animal behavior, ecosystem studies, evolutionary ecology, toxicology, animal physiology, and the collection and preservation of vertebrates

  • Students can earn secondary education certification along with their degree through OSUTeach

  • Among the resources available to zoology students are career advising, guest speakers and presentations

  • Courses to expect for this major include Animal Biology, General Ecology, Vertebrate Morphology, Invertebrate Zoology, General Genetics and Evolution. You will also choose among specialized, upper-division courses

 

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