Dr. Peter Lugtig

Professor

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Biography

Peter Lugtig studied political science at the University of Amsterdam and completed his Ph.D. in survey methodology at Utrecht University in 2012. He works as a professor in the data quality section of the Department of Methods and Statistics at Utrecht University, focusing on improving the design and analysis of data quality in social scientific research. His research interests include various themes such as assessing data quality and 'fit for purpose', survey methodology, the use of mixed modes in data collection, and modeling data errors. Lugtig investigates the intricacies of sampling, fieldwork design, questionnaire design across various modes, and cross-national comparative surveys. He also specializes in the inference using mixed survey data and big data, particularly employing mobile phone sensor data like GPS and accelerometer data to enhance the understanding of human behavior. His current work involves long-term data analysis and modeling longitudinal survey data, with an emphasis on Structural Equation Models (SEM). Currently, Lugtig serves as the head of the section of Methodology and Statistics.

Research Interests

Requirements for Utrecht University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Advanced knowledge of research methods and statistics
Application Checklist
  • Transcript of records
  • Motivation letter
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Proof of English proficiency
Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology