What are the prerequisites for mathematical logic?
There are no mathematical prerequisites for logic, although a good math background can be an asset. If you’re a bit light on the math, I’d recommend learning logic in the context of a formal logic course as part of what you’ll be learning is an introduction to rigorous proof-based mathematics.
What branch of mathematics is logic?
Mathematical logic is the study of logic within mathematics. Major subareas include model theory, proof theory, set theory, and recursion theory. Research in mathematical logic commonly addresses the mathematical properties of formal systems of logic such as their expressive or deductive power.
Is math logic hard?
Mathematical logic is incomprehensibly complicated. It is complicated because mathematicians don’t understand how logic really works. My advice would be to forget about mathematical logic. There are may different areas in mathematics like geometry, analysis, topology whatever.
Can you learn advanced math on your own?
If you have enough motivation, you can learn a lot of maths on your own. However, advanced maths can be very abstract and you might lose motivation if you are not committed wholeheartedly to it. I would recommend that you find a good textbook and supplement this with youtube or similar videos.
Is it worth learning advanced mathematics at University?
One of the primary reasons for wanting to learn advanced mathematics is to become a “quant”. However, if your sole reason for wanting to learn these topics is to get a job in the sector, particularly in an investment bank or quantitative hedge fund, I would strongly advise you to carry out mathematics in a formal setting (i.e. at university).
What is the first question you should ask yourself when learning mathematics?
The first question to ask yourself is why you want to learn mathematics in the first place.
What qualifications do I need to study advanced mathematics?
However, chances are if you are considering studying advanced mathematics you will already have formal qualifications in the basics, particularly the mathematics learnt in junior and senior highschool (GCSE and A-Level for those of us in the UK!).
Is it possible to self-study university level mathematics?
Self-study of university level mathematics is not an easy task, by any means. It requires a substantial level of discipline and effort to not only make the cognitive shift into “theorem and proof” mathematics, but also to do this as a full autodidact.