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Animal protection
The disappearance of flora and fauna due to global warming and climate change brings forth the need for human involvement in sectors related to the improvement of life on earth. Working for the betterment of animals is a growing career opportunity that has become popular in recent years, and promises a great career for those interested in this sector. STUDY AT The National Academy of Legal Studies and Research in Hyderabad. The institute offers a postgraduate diploma course in animal protection law for those who want to pursue a career in this field. The course is divided into four main components—animal welfare issues, introduction to animal laws and ethics, laws relating to cruelty towards animals and laws relating to wildlife. AFTER THE COURSE Those with a bachelor’s degree in any discipline, or students who have completed three years of their five-year integrated LLB degrees, or engineering students in their final year of graduation, can apply for this programme. After finishing the diploma, students can work with national and international animal protection organisations as research associates, policy specialists, campaigners, wildlife educators, wildlife inspectors, wildlife consultants and wildlife economists. REMUNERATION Varies depending upon the seniority of the position and nature of the organisation (whether it private or governmental). www.nalsar.ac.in