Direct answer
A course is the academic program you study, such as B.Tech, B.Des, BBA, B.Com or BA Psychology. A career is the professional path you build after or during that education, such as product designer, data analyst, lawyer, psychologist or entrepreneur. One course can lead to many careers, and one career can sometimes be reached through different courses.
How to use this answer
Use this guidance as a starting point, then compare eligibility, subjects, entrance exams, course fit, college quality and personal interest before making a final decision.
Next step
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