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The Animal Biology Division follows the University’s thrust on academic, research, and extension. ABD produces world-class graduates in the field of Zoology and Wildlife Biology. The division has active collaboration with international and national universities and research institutes on its academic, research, and extension activities.
ABD is under the Institute of Biological Sciences, which is a recipient of the CHED National Center of Excellence in Biology and an accredited member of the ASEAN University Network (AUN).
Provide professionals, technical trainings and specialized instructions in the field of zoology and wildlife studies in the Asian Region.
Academic excellence in zoology and wildlife studies characterized by scholarship engagement for the development and productive ecosystem towards sustainable development.
The division has grown into a highly specialized organization that caters to the need of pursuing advancement in the field of animal biology.
Animal Ecology
Animal Physiology
Animal Toxicology
Aquaculture and Fisheries
Invertebrates (snail, zooplankton, crustaceans, etc.)
Marine Zoology/Ecology
Molecular Biology
Parasitology
Wildlife Biology and Conservation
To address the growing need toward broad-scale multidisciplinary programs in Biology, ABD has consolidated its effort to produce graduates in the field of Zoology and Wildlife Biology who are:
Imbued with a culture of excellence, discipline and competence in the ethical practice of animal biology and other related fields, and a spirit of volunteerism;
Highly motivated, creative, well-honed in research, and able to rise to challenges;
Abreast with current developments and cutting edge technologies; and
Active participants in the pursuit of national, regional (ASEAN), and global developments in Biology.
The division offers academic program in bachelor’s and master’s degrees.
BS Biology (Major in Wildlife Biology)
BS Biology (Major in Zoology)
Program Options:
All course
Special Problem
Thesis
MS Wildlife Studies
MS Zoology
The Animal Biology Division is composed of highly competent faculty:
UP Scientist
UPLB Outstanding Teacher Award in Biology
College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) and Institute of Biological Sciences (IBS) Outstanding Teacher Awards
UPLB-CAS Outstanding Alumnus Extension
UPLB Outstanding Extensionist Award
National Academy of Science and Technology (NAST) Outstanding Young Scientist Award for Zoology
NAST Du Pont Talent Search for Marine Biology
Agham Congressional Award for Wildlife Biology
Various Professorial Chair Lecture Awards