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M.Sc. in Wildlife Conservation Action

Introduction

The course has a transdisciplinary approach that integrates the science of wildlife conservation with social issues in managing and mitigating wildlife conflict and natural resource management. The course provides in depth knowledge of ecosystem and biodiversity conservation and management along with wildlife rescue and rehabilitation as well as legal instruments for wildlife conservation. It includes the cognitive aspects and technological skills necessary to further a career in the wildlife field. It trains the candidate in skills required for assessment and monitoring of biodiversity as well as wildlife management through a combination of course work, intensive field work and internships. The program also builds skills in conducting research and communicating for wildlife conservation. The course provides multiple exit points. The course is administered by the Faculty of Interdisciplinary Studies.

This course is implemented in close collaboration with the Wildlife Trust of India, a premier organization involved in action based wildlife research and advocacy.

Eligibility For Admission To The Course

• The candidate should have obtained the Bachelors degree in any Science subject such as Botany, Zoology, Chemistry, Physics, Statistics, Geography, Geology, Geography, Life Sciences, Environment Sciences, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Fisheries, Marine Biology, Horticulture, Agriculture, Computer Science, Data Science, Veterinary Science, Health Sciences or
• any branch of Engineering
• any relevant Social Science subjects and Management Studies d. The candidate should have secured at least 50% in the aggregate at undergraduate level and 45% for SC /ST / OBC candidates.
• If the candidate has a degree in any other subject than the ones mentioned above he/she should have a working experience of minimum of three years in the area of conservation field to be eligible for the Master’s program. A work experience certificate from the relevant organization duly signed and stamped by the Head of the Institution must be submitted.

The process of application is as follows:

Step 1 – Scan and email the following documents to admission@bvieer.edu.in

• One page Statement of Purpose (SOP) in a ‘PDF Format’
• CV in pdf format
• F.Y, S.Y and T.Y Mark Sheet (if not completed T.Y, semester I, II, III, IV,V mark sheet would do)
• SSC and HSC certificate
• For a Proof of date of Birth: SSC Certificate or School/College Leaving Certificate indicating date of birth
• Payment receipt/payment snapshot for Rs. 500/- in the specified account.
• Scan copy of application form duly filled with photograph affixed.

Step 2: On receipt of the application form, payment receipt and the relevant documents, these will be checked by the Institute to determine eligibility. If everything is in order, you will be given a date of the telephonic interview by email.

Step 3: On the day of the interview make sure you are in a quiet room with good telephonic range and connection. Keep a pen and paper handy to note down questions or pointers. The interviewer will judge your communication skills, passion for wildlife conservation action, knowledge about wildlife issues, views on current environment/wildlife problems and general aptitude. The interview will last from 30 to 45 minutes.

Step 4: Within five working days you will receive a mail regarding the result of your interview. You will give a period of seven days within which you are expected to complete the admission process including payment of fees and submission of documents.

Semester Wise Course Information

Total Credits offered in Semester III : 26