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Game-Related Education On the Rise At Colleges
The LA Times has a story about the increased interest in learning how to make video games amongst college students, and the subsequent rise in game-related education as the schools respond to that demand. Some programs are gaining legitimacy, while others do perhaps more harm than good. Quoting:
"The surge in interest has led schools to add games to their menu — but not always to the benefit of its students. Recruiters say they often see 'mills' that run around-the-clock sessions to quickly churn out as many students as possible. Other programs teach specific skills but not how games are pulled together. 'It's a very hot academic growth area,' said Colleen McCreary, who runs EA's university relations program. 'I'm very worried about the number of community colleges and for-profit institutions, as well as four-year programs, that are using game design as a lure for students who are not going to be prepared for the real entry-level positions that the game industry wants.'"
This is one of the most idiotic and brainwashed responses I've ever seen in the history of the internet. The sad thing is you probably believe what you wrote.
I hope you love the neo-fuedalistic state that is being created to "save" precious mother earth.
If you have something that you dont want anyone to know, maybe you shouldnt be doing it in the first place -Eric Schmidt
Let's look at your list:
Math, especially if you're building your own engine
Math, especially if you're building your own engine
Math
If you're building one rather than using canned tools, math
*MATH* I should know, I'm doing this for a simulator right now.
If you want to be a star game programmer that can outdo other programmers limited to stuff built by others, a math degree is an excellent idea.