Overview
Mathematics of General Relativity. Reviews tensor analysis and differential geometry before discussing the field equations of General Relativity, Schwarzschild solution and black holes.
About this paper
| Paper title | Introduction to General Relativity |
|---|---|
| Subject | Mathematics |
| EFTS | 0.0833 |
| Points | 10 points |
| Teaching period | Semester 1 (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) | $696.55 |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
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- BA(Hons), BSc(Hons), PGDipArts, PGDipSci, MA(Thesis), MSc
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- Understand fundamental approaches in the area of mathematics.
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