Learn GR: Mathematics Required for General Relativity

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I'm just wondering, what mathematics would be required to learn GR? If I'm not mistaken, SR only requires algebra, but GR looks much more complicated! (and interesting)

I know it needs differential equations, and tensor theory, but what mathematics would you need to learn tensors?
 
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darkSun said:
I'm just wondering, what mathematics would be required to learn GR? If I'm not mistaken, SR only requires algebra, but GR looks much more complicated! (and interesting)

I know it needs differential equations, and tensor theory, but what mathematics would you need to learn tensors?
Tensors are usually taught as part of differential geometry. As prerquisite you need calculus and vector analysis. Before that you need a thorough high school math education.
 
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