Zoology Major to Career Roadmap

Zoology is the study of animals, ranging from microscopic invertebrates to the largest animals to ever live on the planet. An education in Zoology prepares you to start a career working in any of the broad levels of life, from working on the cellular level, to working on a specific species or individual animal, or all the way up to working on total ecosystems or the whole biosphere. Work can be as varied as doing research on topics such as animal behavior, cellular biology, or ecology, working in animal husbandry, being on the frontlines of conservation, or being the neighborhood veterinarian. This resource will help you explore the career options related to zoology, as well as provide you with the steps to consider during your college years so that you are prepared for your career or graduate school.