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Department of Zoology

Department of Zoology

Introduction

The Department of Zoology at Women University Swabi is dedicated to the study of animal biology, biodiversity, physiology, genetics, and ecology. Since its establishment, the department has aimed to provide high-quality education and research opportunities to female students, empowering them to contribute to scientific advancement and environmental sustainability. The department fosters critical thinking, scientific skills, and innovation, preparing graduates for careers in academia, research, healthcare, and environmental management.

Vision

To empower women through excellence in zoological education and transformative research, enabling them to lead and contribute to the sustainable management of the natural world.

Mission

Our mission is to empower our students with the scientific knowledge, soft skills, and ethical values required to excel as leaders in the field of Zoology. We are committed to fostering academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing our graduates to address the challenges of the living world.

Department Objectives

Career Opportunities for Graduates

The field of Zoology offers a wide range of career opportunities for graduates. A zoology graduate can work as a wildlife manager, ecologist, fisheries officer, zookeeper, environmental consultant, laboratory manager, forensic scientist, researcher, educationalist, museum curator, microbiologist, behavioral ecologist, marine biologist, ranger, or biotechnologist, among others.

Programs Offered

Faculty Members

Dr. Surrya Khanam

Dr. Surrya Khanam

Assistant Professor / HoD

PhD in Zoology

Specialisation: Animal Ecology, Vetebrate Pest Management.

chairperson.zoology@wus.edu.pk

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Ms. Tanzeela

Ms. Tanzeela

Lecturer

MPhil in Zoology

Specialisation: Molecular Biology.

tanzeela@wus.edu.pk

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Ms. Maryam Begum

Ms. Maryam Begum

Lecturer

MPhil in Zoology

Specialisation: Fisheries and Aquaculture

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