Zoology
The Biology Department seeks to assist students to become equipped in the field of zoology and to develop a Christian worldview that will accompany them throughout their lives. Our program is designed to help students acquire core biological principles along with the solid educational foundation in the animal sciences that will serve them in zoology related careers.
Research
All Zoology majors complete courses that teach the fundamentals of research. Research opportunities exist on and off campus, with on-campus experiences involving oversight by a faculty mentor. Undergraduate research projects have included: observing the effects of diet on reproductive success of birds, assessing a wild turkey population at a local Army base, testing the environmental effects of predator-prey interactions in fish, and measuring the effectiveness of different treatments on parasite load of animals at the Tennessee Safari Park. Students are encouraged to publish their research and present their findings at a variety of meetings.
Research and Internship Opportunities:
- Memphis Zoo
- Tennessee Safari Park
- Au Sable Institute of Environmental Studies
Critter Club
Critter Club is a zoology-themed animal care and education outreach club. This club promotes the love of learning about animals in local elementary schools through interactive presentations using live animals on the topics of animal care, biology, behavior, and conservation.
Major in Zoology
Featured Coursework
- Principles of Biology
- Introduction to Conservation Biology
- Zoology
- Microbiology
- Invertebrate Zoology
- Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy
- Physiology
- Ecology and Conservation of the Vertebrates
2025-26 Catalogue: Major in Zoology
What can you do with a Zoology degree?
- Zoologist
- Veterinarian
- Physician
- Biology Teacher
- Animal Behavior Specialist
- Mammologist
- Wildlife Rehabilitator
- Primatologist
- Wildlife Biologist
- Animal Trainer
- Ornithologist
- Zoo Keeper, Manager or Assistant
- Aquaculturist
- Ecotourism Operator
- Fish Biologist
- Environmental Consultant
- Environmental Tour Guide
- Biological Illustrator or Photographer
- Conservation Warden
- Field Biologist or Ecologist
- Forest or Park Ranger
- Game Manager
- Museum Staff Member
- Science Journalist
- Wildlife Conservation or Management Specialist
- Health Care Worker