Balancing Work and Study
Balancing Work and Study
Balancing Work and Study
An Undergraduate Thesis
Presented to the Faculty of the College of Criminal Justice Education
Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Colleges – Marbel Inc.
Koronadal City
INTRODUCTION
Rationale
pursuing degrees in criminology. With rising tuition costs and living expenses,
time employment may affect the learning process of students by reducing the
activities. However, it can also provide students with valuable skills and
experiences that can enhance their future career prospects. It offers them the
network, and gain valuable insights into the complexities of the criminal justice
system. This hands-on experience equips criminology students with the tools
they need to succeed in their future careers and contribute positively to society.
and the rising burden of living expenses have compelled many students to seek
part-time work to maintain financial stability (Nelson & Smith, 2018). In contrary,
more of hours students dedicate to work, the less they have to engage fully in
their studies, such as reading academic texts, performing research, and actively
In the context of criminology students, this study delves into the practical
networks, and the acquisition of profound insights into the complexities of the
potential consequences that arise from balancing part-time jobs with full-time
This study was conducted to find out the balancing work and study: effects
Generally, the student will determine the balancing work and study: effects of
1.1 Name
1.2 Age
1.3 Gender
2.2 Workplace
2.1 Truancy
2.2 Grades
This section presents the Review of Related Literature and Studies obtained
by the researcher from journals, books and internet. This provides information
and references about topics and matters that are related to this research
Local Literature
research attention is the number of hours worked and its implications on various
scholarships to finance their education, others must work either part-time or full-
college students are employed while pursuing their studies (National Center for
Education Statistics, 2018). This statistic has led to concerns about the potential
Gross Domestic Product (GDP). However, there are differing perspectives on the
effects of employment on students, with some arguing that work can have
positive outcomes. The prevalence of work among college students has indeed
increased, and many students struggle with balancing their work and academic
attending college can have both advantages and disadvantages. On one hand,
employment can provide students with valuable skills, work experience, and
academic pursuits and future careers. Some studies suggest that working part-
2019). On the other hand, the demands of work can sometimes interfere with
hours or managing multiple jobs can lead to increased stress, fatigue, and
setting priorities, and seeking support from professors, advisors, and peers can
paid work to supplement their income while pursuing their studies. It begins by
mechanism over the past few decades, highlighting the relevance of the research
students engage in while working part-time can shed light on their experiences
and how these jobs impact various aspects of their lives. This review explores
existing literature on the different types of part-time jobs held by students and
development.
which refers to working less than 35 hours per week. Part-time workers can be
categorized based on the reasons they work part-time, which can be either
influenced by the cyclical nature of the economy and has significant policy
employment but are currently working part-time due to either slack business
conditions or the fact that they were only able to find part-time job opportunities.
These individuals would prefer to work full-time but are constrained by external
availability. It is worth noting that in 2016, less than one-fifth of all part-time
workers, which amounts to approximately 4.7 million individuals, fell into this
category of part-time employment. This represents about 3.1 percent of the total
to Collica-Cox and Furst (2019), can be impact by several factors, among them
development.
However, the number of hours worked plays a critical role. A study by Robb
and Staley (2020), suggested that students who worked fewer hours (less than
20 hours per week) reported higher levels of overall life satisfaction compared to
those working longer hours. The number of hours worked can also affect
estimate the impact of the number of hours dedicated to part-time jobs on the
UIU. The researchers employed the Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) method to
The findings reveal a consistent and negative association between the number of
hours spent on part-time jobs and CGPA, indicating a decline in academic
Foreign Literature
Numerous studies have explored the relationship between work hours and
students and found that part-time employment had a mixed impact on academic
work hours on mental well-being has also been extensively examined. Nelson
association between long work hours and increased stress levels among college
students. Students working over 20 hours per week reported higher stress levels
and lower mental well-being compared to those with shorter work hours.
Students working more hours can earn a higher income, which may alleviate
working long hours has been linked to increased stress and mental health issues.
Workplace
roles can include working in on-campus jobs such as working in the library,
provide opportunities for students to connect with faculty and staff (Haelermans &
De Witte, 2019). These positions offer valuable real-world experience and may
lead to future career opportunities (Cameron & Ulferts, 2019). These roles can
offer exposure to academic research and provide valuable skills for future
hospitality. Research (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2020) suggests that these jobs
are among the most common for students. With advancements in technology,
students can now find part-time jobs that are entirely online or remote. These
roles may include virtual assistants, content creators, or online tutoring. Remote
work provides flexibility and allows students to develop digital skills (Rosen &
Kim, 2018).
Retail sales positions are common among part-time workers. These jobs
advancement within the retail industry (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2020). The
Monthly Salary
experiences that can enhance their future career prospects. The partial
them the chance to apply their theoretical knowledge, cultivate vital skills,
establish professional networks, and gain invaluable insights into the intricacies
students with the tools required for success in their future careers and empowers
to conduct this study because it would help the researcher for his future
profession for a better crime solution and prevention. It would also help formulate
new ideas to response to these criminalities in times of crisis and as to the result
of this study, it would help the future researchers to back up their study related to
this research and serve as a basis for further study in this problem.
Locale Studies
their limitations by effectively managing their time between work, education, and
social commitments. The primary motivation behind this phenomenon is the need
support. Notably, for those who lack access to university-provided student loans,
part-time work becomes the sole avenue for acquiring the necessary funds.
Many students bear financial responsibilities such as rent and tuition fees, which
work, they not only secure the financial means required but also develop a
college life. Undoubtedly, the endeavor of balancing work and study can be
and Oh in 2008, it was found that part-time work has a small but significant
revealed that students who worked part-time had lower GPAs and were more
negative effect was particularly noticeable for students working more than 20
hours per week. The study also identified several factors that influenced the
included the number of hours worked, the type of job, the student's year in
college, and their level of engagement in both work and school activities. The
findings of the study suggest that while part-time work can provide financial
consider the number of hours they work and prioritize their academic
the academic performance of criminology students using the lens of strain theory.
Strain theory suggests that individuals may experience strain when they face
obstacles in achieving their goals. For criminology students, these goals include
social factors that can contribute to strain, such as limited study time, increased
students balancing work and study commitments can potentially affect their
academic performance. Limited study time due to work obligations may lead to
research is needed. This study can investigate the relationship between work
this research, insights can be gained into how work-related strain influences
(2017).
Conceptual Framework
dependent variables that will be used in the study. This will serve as a guide in
The goal of this research is to provide important information about the study
stakeholders.
This will explain why this study is required and how it will benefit a specific
group of people who may be impacted by the research. As a result, this study is
employed. The findings can inform departmental policies and practices, such as
providing resources and support systems tailored to the specific challenges faced
are balancing work and study. This knowledge can help them tailor their teaching
Staff, the study's findings can also be valuable for the staff members who
Understanding the potential challenges faced by working students can help staff
Students, Criminology students will gain valuable insights into the potential
academic success.
future research in similar areas. It highlights the need for continued investigation
into the relationship between work and academic performance among students in
different disciplines.
Definition of Terms
Balancing work and study. Refers to the act of effectively managing and
working for a limited number of hours per week, allowing individuals to pursue
other commitments such as education, personal responsibilities, or additional
influence or impact that engaging in paid work for a limited number of hours per
assignments, research productivity, and overall academic success (De Hauw and
De Vos, 2010).
understanding, knowledge, and skills in their chosen field of study (Nitko and
Brookhart, 2018).
criminal behavior, and the criminal justice system. They engage in coursework
(Siegel, 2019).
scientific exploration of crime, criminal behavior, and the criminal justice system.
studying the various aspects of law enforcement, criminal justice policies, and
METHODS
This chapter highlights the research design, research locale, population and
sample, instrument used, data collection procedure, statistical tools to treat the
Research Design
most appropriate method to use because the main objective of the researcher is
Research Locale
around the study about Balancing Work and Study: Effects of Part-time
Employment on Academic Performance of Criminology Students within the
establishment building.
In facilitating the gathered data to answer the objectives of the study, the
researcher utilizes a random sampling data where the main goal of the
researcher is to generalize the findings from the sample to the entire population
Research Instrument
insight from internet samples which includes two parts of questionnaire to gather
necessary information about the balancing work and study: effects of part-time
the Part 2 of the questionnaire will answer the existing demographic survey
questionnaire.
Data Collection
Step 1. The researcher wrote a formal letter with the note of their Adviser
_______________ to conduct the study. Also, the researcher had shared and
Step 3. After they approved, the researcher conducted its study in the
Statistical Tools
In analyzing and interpreting the result of the study, the researcher used
statistical tool that was appropriate for the study. All the gathered data was
working hours, workplace, and monthly salary, the researcher used frequency
The tools that were used by the researcher was frequency counts and
percentage. The tally or frequency count is the calculation of how many people fit
Ethical Considerations
The ethical guidelines are considered during the course of the research.
The dignity and well-being of the researcher had preserved and protected at all
times. The research paper and the data were completely disclosed and
confidential throughout the period study and names and their information’s of the
data involved in the study is not permitted to use by the researcher in the study.
The researcher was not permitted to observe during the listing of data. Therefore,
the data involved was completely protected by the organization and prohibited to