We've heard of colleges offering courses on Tolkien's fictional cultures and languages or studying the psychology behind porno. Well, here's a new one that really hits close to home with many gamers (and Koreans).

University of Berkeley, with their stellar reputation in various fields of research, is now offering a class about Blizzard RTS game, StarCraft.

Below is an excerpt taken directly from the course syllabus; more in source link.

UC Berkeley students with an interest in real-time strategy games and the competitive gaming landscape are encouraged to participate in this class.

This course will go in-depth in the theory of how war is conducted within the confines of the game Starcraft. There will be lecture on various aspects of the game, from the viewpoint of pure theory to the more computational aspects of how exactly battles are conducted. Calculus and Differential Equations are highly recommended for full understanding of the course. Furthermore, the class will take the theoretical into the practical world by analyzing games and replays to reinforce decision-making skills and advanced Starcraft theory.

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