Hi guyz, i need some help.. Please. I have this software engineering subject
My proposal is a strategy game which I have to pass by the end of the year.

1. What language should I use?
2. What other stuff should I learn?
3. What do I need to learn about graphics programming?

Please help me coz i'm confused with DirectX and OpenGL and other stuff. Please do help me.

Thanks a lot in advance. Hope you'll kindly help me guyz. thanks. Mwah