You can opt for science (PCMB) at the plus two level and pursue a BSc degree with biological science as the major subject in final year. You can also pursue a Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, forestry, veterinary or environmental science. Those with 15 years of formal education (10+2+3) and 55 per cent marks in the B.Sc programme can apply for MSc in wildlife science. The Wildlife Institute of India, Dehradun, offers M.Sc in wildlife science; entry is though a test which comprises multiple choice questions on general knowledge, general science and an optional third subject (veterinary and agricultural science, life science or forestry.) Those short-listed have to go through a personality and aptitude test. Others can opt for M.Phil and Ph.D programmes in wildlife science.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills, observational and decision-making abilities
• Excellent data, collection, interpretation, analysis and technical writing skills
• Should have the temperament for putting in long hours in research and be academically-oriented
• Knowledge of and interest in animals, agriculture, geography
• Should have a strong constitution, love for the outdoors, scientific and practical bent of mind, unending patience, adventurous spirit, ability to overcome obstacles and concern for environment
• Good communication skills

Important Facts

• Makes you knowledgeable about wildlife, the environment and conservation issues
• An adventurous field, involves lots of outdoor work
• You get to see some great places in the wild and get paid to boot
• You perform the vital role of contributing to save the planet Work is project-based. Bagging fresh projects is difficult
• Difficult work conditions, with irregular work pattern
• Away from home and family for long periods of time
• Pay is lower than in other fields

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