IMPORTANT GUIDELINES FOR M.Sc.ZOOLOGY DISSERTATION
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This SlideShare presentation outlines the complete dissertation work carried out as part of the M.Sc. degree requirements. Key highlights include: 1.Evaluation Procedure 2.Format for dissertation Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 2: Review of Literature Chapter 3: Material and Methods Chapter 4: Results and Discussions Chapter 5: Summary and Conclusions Chapter 6: References/Bibliography 3.Type -Setting, Text Processing and Printing
![Dr.Ravirala Naresh
DEPARTMENT OF ZOOLOGY
INDIRA PRIYADARSHINI GOVT. DEGREE COLLEGE FOR WOMEN (A)
NAMPALLY, HYDERABAD
GUIDELINES FOR M.Sc. (ZOOLOGY) DISSERTATION
Evaluation Procedure:
1. After finalizing the topic the students need to complete the experimental work of the project as
per the objectives and have to submit soft copy of dissertation to the supervisor for approval
2. Students have to give viva/presentation after submission of dissertation by using Power point
presentation (PPT), in the department of Zoology [Date and time will announce by the
Department].
3. A hard copy of the duly signed final dissertation has to be submitted in the department of
Zoology, a day before of viva/presentation. [Date will announce by the department]
Format for dissertation is given below:
The dissertation should be presented chapter wise. Each chapter will have a precise title as
given below. A chapter can be subdivided into sections, and sub-section so as to present the content
discretely and with due emphasis.
Content Page
Chapter 1: Introduction:
It shall justify and highlight the problem posed, define the topic and explain the aim and
scope of the work presented in the dissertation. This chapter also include objectives of the research
work. It may also highlight the significant contributions from the investigation.
Chapter 2: Review of Literature:
This Chapter presents a critical appraisal of the previous work published (Latest) in the
literature pertaining to the topic of the investigation.
Chapter 3: Material and Methods:
This chapter deals with a detail methodology/technique/theory by which researcher used to
carry out the research work.
Chapter 4: Results and Discussions:
This chapter includes a thorough evaluation of the investigation carried out and brings out
the contributions from the study. The discussion shall logically lead to inferences and conclusions as
well as scope for possible further future work.
Chapter 5: Summary and Conclusions:
A brief report of the work carried out shall form the first part of the Chapter. Conclusions
derived from the logical analysis presented in the results and discussions chapter shall be presented](https://image.slidesharecdn.com/guidelineforproject-250629142431-9e3af296/85/IMPORTANT-GUIDELINES-FOR-M-Sc-ZOOLOGY-DISSERTATION-1-320.jpg)
IMPORTANT GUIDELINES FOR M.Sc.ZOOLOGY DISSERTATION
- 1. Dr.Ravirala Naresh DEPARTMENT OF ZOOLOGY INDIRA PRIYADARSHINI GOVT. DEGREE COLLEGE FOR WOMEN (A) NAMPALLY, HYDERABAD GUIDELINES FOR M.Sc. (ZOOLOGY) DISSERTATION Evaluation Procedure: 1. After finalizing the topic the students need to complete the experimental work of the project as per the objectives and have to submit soft copy of dissertation to the supervisor for approval 2. Students have to give viva/presentation after submission of dissertation by using Power point presentation (PPT), in the department of Zoology [Date and time will announce by the Department]. 3. A hard copy of the duly signed final dissertation has to be submitted in the department of Zoology, a day before of viva/presentation. [Date will announce by the department] Format for dissertation is given below: The dissertation should be presented chapter wise. Each chapter will have a precise title as given below. A chapter can be subdivided into sections, and sub-section so as to present the content discretely and with due emphasis. Content Page Chapter 1: Introduction: It shall justify and highlight the problem posed, define the topic and explain the aim and scope of the work presented in the dissertation. This chapter also include objectives of the research work. It may also highlight the significant contributions from the investigation. Chapter 2: Review of Literature: This Chapter presents a critical appraisal of the previous work published (Latest) in the literature pertaining to the topic of the investigation. Chapter 3: Material and Methods: This chapter deals with a detail methodology/technique/theory by which researcher used to carry out the research work. Chapter 4: Results and Discussions: This chapter includes a thorough evaluation of the investigation carried out and brings out the contributions from the study. The discussion shall logically lead to inferences and conclusions as well as scope for possible further future work. Chapter 5: Summary and Conclusions: A brief report of the work carried out shall form the first part of the Chapter. Conclusions derived from the logical analysis presented in the results and discussions chapter shall be presented
- 2. Dr.Ravirala Naresh and clearly enumerated, each point stated separately. Scope for future work should be stated lucidly in the last part of this chapter. Chapter 6: References/Bibliography: The candidates shall follow the style for references as mentioned below. Type -Setting, Text Processing and Printing 1. The text shall be printed employing using a standard text processor. The standard font shall be Times New Roman of 12 pts with 1.5 line spacing. 2. Binding: Hard Thesis Binding with golden embossing on the cover 3. Front Covers: The front covers (On the hard binding with gold print- refer Annexure-I) shall contain the following details: Full title of thesis in 22 point's size font properly centered and positioned at the top. Full name of the candidate in 16 point's size font properly centered at the middle of the page. A 35 mm dia replica of the college emblem followed by the name of department, name of the college with address and the year of submission, each in a separate line and properly centered and located at the bottom of page. 4. Title Sheet: This shall be the first printed page of the thesis and shall contain the submission statement: the dissertation submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements of the Degree e.g. M.Sc.,the name and enrolment No. of the candidate, name(s) of the Supervisor, Department, college and year of submission. (Annexure II) 5. A Declaration of Academic Honesty and Integrity by Candidate: A declaration of Academic honesty and integrity is required to be included along with every thesis/dissertation after the Supervisor’s certificate (Annexure-III). The format of this declaration is given in Annexure `IV' attached. 6. Acknowledgments from Candidate (Annexure V’) 7. Abstract: The 500 word (maximum) abstract shall highlight the important features of the dissertation.
- 3. Dr.Ravirala Naresh Annexure-I “Toxicity evaluation of …………. biochemical constituents” Dissertation Submitted to Department of Zoology in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the award of the degree of Master of Science in Zoology By xxxxxxxxxxxxx (Student Name) Dr.Ravirala Naresh Research Supervisor DEPARTMENT OF ZOOLOGY INDIRA PRIYADARSHINI GOVT. DEGREE COLLEGE FOR WOMEN (A) NAMPALLY, HYDERABAD– 500 001, T.S. AUGUST 2025
- 4. Dr.Ravirala Naresh Title sheet (Annexure-II) “Toxicity evaluation of …………. biochemical constituents” Dissertation submitted to Department of Zoology for the award of degree of Master of Science in ZOOLOGY By xxxxxxxxxxxxx (Student Name) Dr.Ravirala Naresh Research Supervisor DEPARTMENT OF ZOOLOGY INDIRA PRIYADARSHINI GOVT. DEGREE COLLEGE FOR WOMEN (A) NAMPALLY HYDERABAD– 500 001, T.S. 2025
- 5. Dr.Ravirala Naresh (Annexure-III) INDIRAPRIYADARSHINIGOVT.DEGREECOLLEGEFORWOMEN(A) Nampally.Hyderabad-500001 CERTIFICATE This is to certify that the thesis entitled “Toxicity evaluation……………………………… …………………. influence on biochemical constituents” is submitted to the Department of Zoology, Indira Priyadarshini Govt. Degree College for Women (A), Nampally, Hyderabad, in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science in Zoology by Name of the student ,Roll No xxxxx the results of the bonafide work carried out by her under my supervision and guidance. No part of the thesis has been submitted by her for any other degree or diploma. The assistance and help taken during the course of this investigation and the source of literature have been fully acknowledged. Date: Place: Hyderabad (Dr.Ravirala Naresh) Research supervisor
- 6. Dr.Ravirala Naresh (Annexure-IV) DECLARATION It is certified that the thesis entitled “Toxicity evaluation……………………………… …………………. influence on biochemical constituents” is an original piece of research work, carried out by me under the supervision of Dr. Ravirala Naresh ,Assistant Professor of Zoology, Department of Zoology, Indira Priyadarshini Govt. Degree College for Women (A), Nampally,Hyderabad. I declare that this work is a faithful record and the outcome of my sincere efforts. This work is original and has not been submitted in part or full for the award of any degree or diploma of any other University. Date: Place: Hyderabad (Signature) (Name of the Student) (Roll No)
- 7. Dr.Ravirala Naresh (Annexure-V) (Sample only) ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS I have great pleasure in expressing my deep sense of gratitude to my Research supervisor,Dr.Ravirala Naresh for his indelible faith, constant encouragement, support and valuable guidance, throughout the tenure of this study. I would like to express my admiration and fascination to my guide, for his deeply rooted scientific spirit, never ending thirst for knowledge, which inspired me to carry out this work. I am endowed with his well-organized and enthusiastic approach towards goal-oriented research. He has not only taught me the scientific skills and techniques but has also been my mentor and role model in more ways than one. I have learnt not only to plan and work meticulously, but also to critically analyze and present data. My heart-felt thanks to him for providing me with this opportunity. I also extend my heartfelt gratitude to Prof. A.V.Rajashekar Chairperson, Board of Studies, Department of Zoology, Osmania University for his valuable suggestions in improving the research work. I owe my sincere grateful to ______________,Head ,Department of Zoology, IPGDCWA, Nampally for providing facilities to carry out my investigation. My heartfelt thanks to _________________________ faculty members of the department, IPGDCWA, Nampally for their valuable suggestion, constant encouragement and support. I express greatest thanks to Prof.Chandra Mukhreji, Principal of Indira Priyadarshini Govt. Degree College for Women, Nampally for their cooperation and help rendered in various ways. (Signature) (Name of the Student)
- 8. Dr.Ravirala Naresh CONTENTS Chapter Subject Page No’s Certificate i Declaration ii Acknowledgements iii List of Tables iv Abbreviations v Chapter-I Introduction 1-15 Chapter-II Review of Literature 16-25 Chapter-III Materials and Methods 26-30 Chapter-IV Result and Discussion 31-45 Chapter-V Summary and Conclusions 46-48 Chapter-VI References 49-55
- 9. Dr.Ravirala Naresh LIST OF TABLES Table No Title of the Table Page no’s 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
- 10. Dr.Ravirala Naresh ABBREVIATIONS % Percentage ± Plus or minus ≤ less than or equal to µL/L Microliter per liter AAS Atomic absorption Spectroscopy APHA American Public Health Association AWWA American Water Works Association BIS Bureau of Indian Standards BOD Biological Oxygen Demand BW Body Width Ca+2 Calcium CaCO3 Calcium Carbonate Cd Cadmium Cl- Chloride ion cm Centimeter COD Chemical Oxygen Demand CRD Complete Randomized Design