PERCEPTION ON PROSTITUTION OF CRIMINOLOGY STUDENTS IN THE
UNIVERSITY OF EASTERN PHILIPPINES LAOANG
CAMPUS, SCHOOL YEAR 2022-2023
DIZON, ALBERT C.
POTOT, RIC C.
UNIVERSITY OF EASTERN PHILIPPINES
LAOANG CAMPUS
LAOANG, NORTHERN SAMAR
2024
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PERCEPTION ON PROSTITUTION OF CRIMINOLOGY STUDENTS IN THE
UNIVERSITY OF EASTERN PHILIPPINES LAOANG
CAMPUS, SCHOOL YEAR 2022-2023
DIZON, ALBERT C.
POTOT, RIC C.
A Thesis
Submitted in Partial Fulfillment
Of the Requirements for the degree
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CRIMINOLOGY
University Of Eastern Philippines
Laoang Campus
Laoang, Northern Samar
2024
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APPROVAL SHEET
This study entitled, “PERCEPTION ON PROSTITUTION OF
CRIMINOLOGY STUDETS IN THE UNIVERSITY OF EASTERN PHILIPPINES
LAOANG CAMPUS, SCHOOL YEAR 2022-2023”, prepared and submitted by
ALBERT C. DIZON and RIC C. POTOT in partial fulfillment of the
requirements for the degree of Bachelor of Science in
Criminology, has been examined and recommended for acceptance and
approval.
VIRGIL B. OSAL, MAED, MSCJ. CSP. PGDIP-TS DR. JULIET C.
LAGRIMAS
Thesis Adviser Statistician
Date: ___________________ Date: ___________________
Recommend for acceptance and approval:
PANEL OF EXAMINERS
SHELLA I. SORIO, MSCJ LELIOSA M. ESTRELLADO,
MSCJ
Member Member
Date: ___________________ Date:
___________________
RICABETH A. ADUCON, JD, DPA
Chairperson
Date: ___________________
Accepted and approved in partial fulfillment of the
requirements for the degree Bachelor of Science in Criminology.
LELOISA M. ESTRELLADO, MISCJ
Chair, College of Criminal Justice of Education
Date: ___________________
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ABSTRACT
TITLE : PERCEPTION OF CRIMINOLOGY STUDENTS IN
THE UNIVERSITY OF EASTERN PHILIPPINES
LAOANG CAMPUS; SCHOOL YEAR 2022 – 2023
RESEARCHER : Albert C. Dizon
Ric C. Potot
ADVISER : RCrim. Virgil B. Osal
STATISTICIAN : Dr. Juliet C. Lagrimas
SCHOOL : University of Eastern Philippines
Laoang Campus
COURSE : Bachelor of Science in Criminology
SCHOOL YEAR : 2022 – 2023
This study was conducted to determine the perception on
prostitution of criminology students in the University of
Eastern Philippines Laoang Campus, School Year 2022 – 2023.
Specifically, this study aimed to know the profile of the
respondents in terms of Age, Civil Status, and Sex and year
level; to know the perception of the respondents on
prostitution; and the significant relationship between the
respondents’ profile and their perception on prostitution.
The study employed descriptive correlational method of
research design. The data was tabulated and analyzed, and
interpreted through the use of frequency counts and
percentage, weighted mean and Pearson correlational R.
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The respondents of this study were the 217 Bachelor
Science of Criminology students of University of Eastern
Philippines Laoang Campus. The study utilized a
questionnaire patterned from the study Chua.
The relationship between the profile of the respondents
in terms of age, sex, and civil status and their perception
on prostitution was found significant while their profile in
terms of year level and their perception on prostitution was
found significantly related.
The findings revealed that the respondents has
“moderate” perceptions on prostitution.
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ACKNOWLEDGMENT
The researchers extend their heartfelt gratitude to the
following individuals whose love and assistance helped build
their determination in the completion and success of this
study.
RCrim. Shella I. Sorio, research professor and at the
same time member of the panel of examinees, for her
encouragement and guidance in the preparation and completion
of this piece of work;
Dr. Ricabeth Aducon, chair of the panel of examiners,
and Prof. Leliosa M. Estrellado, member of the panel of
examiners, for their encouraging words and suggestions which
helped improved this work;
RCrim. Virgil B. Osal, thesis adviser, for his pieces
of advice, time, assistance and patience in checking the
manuscript which help much to refine this study;
Prof. Juliet C. Lagrimas, statistician, for sharing her
knowledge, expertise in mathematical skills to have the data
results we needed in our study and for her patience which
contribute much in refinement of this work.
The UEPL Librarian, for her remarkable assistance in
lending the reference to the researchers;
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Above all, Heavenly Father, the most puissant of all,
for His immeasurable guidance that gave the researchers
courage amidst of all challenges in life.
The Researchers
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DEDICATION
This simply work is wholeheartedly dedicated to:
To my dear parents,
Nanay Adela and Tatay Joseph, thank you for being my source
of inspiration and strength financially and emotionally.
Thank you for always looking out for me and being there for
me. It is highly appreciated and I love you so much.
To my Sister and Brother
Thank you for all the things you have done for me especially
in helping our parents just to provide what I need at school
and encouragement that gives me strength to fight for my
dreams. All of you are always my best sister and brother I
ever had.
To our thesis adviser, Sir Virgil B. Osal. I would like to
sincerely thank you for your guidance, support, and patience
throughout this study. I highly appreciate your efforts and
time just to help us to make this study possible.
To our thesis instructor, Ma’am Shella I. Sorio. I
personally thank you for the guidance, support, and
encouragement throughout the entire research process. You
have been the big impact and contribution in shaping the
direction and scope of this study.
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To our Respondents
Thank you for your cooperation and support, with you this
research will not be completed. Your time and efforts are
very important part of the research paper. With their wise
and honest insights, the data we’ve collected is enough to
complete this research.
To our Almighty God
Thank you for the guidance, strength, power of mind,
protection, and skills and for giving this healthy life.
Without You, we cannot complete this research.
Albert
DEDICATION
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This simply work is wholeheartedly dedicated to:
To my dear parents,
Tatay Samuel and Nanay Fidela, thank you for being my source
of inspiration and strength financially and emotionally.
Thank you for always looking out for me and being there for
me. It is highly appreciated and I love you so much.
To my Sister and Brother
Thank you for all the things you have done for me especially
in helping our parents just to provide what I need at school
and encouragement that gives me strength to fight for my
dreams. All of you are always my best sister and brother I
ever had.
To our thesis adviser, Sir Virgil B. Osal. I would like to
sincerely thank you for your guidance, support, and patience
throughout this study. I highly appreciate your efforts and
time just to help us to make this study possible.
To our thesis instructor, Ma’am Shella I. Sorio. I
personally thank you for the guidance, support, and
encouragement throughout the entire research process. You
have been the big impact and contribution in shaping the
direction and scope of this study.
To our Respondents
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Thank you for your cooperation and support, with you this
research will not be completed. Your time and efforts are
very important part of the research paper. With their wise
and honest insights, the data we’ve collected is enough to
complete this research.
To our Almighty God
Thank you for the guidance, strength, power of mind,
protection, and skills and for giving this healthy life.
Without You, we cannot complete this research.
Ric
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE
TITLE PAGE i
APPROVAL SHEET iii
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ABSTRACT iv
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT vi
DEDICATION viii
TABLE OF CONTENTS xii
LIST OF TABLES xiv
Chapter
I: BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
Introduction 1
Objectives of the Study 4
Scope and Limitations of the Study 4
Significance of the Study 5
Theoretical Framework 6
Conceptual Framework 8
Paradigm 8
Hypothesis 9
Definition of Terms 9
II: REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE AND STUDY
Related Literature 11
III: METHODOLOGY
Locale of the Study 16
Research Design 17
The Variables 17
Respondents 18
Research Instrument 18
Scoring and Interpretation 18
Validation of Research Instrument 19
Data Gathering Procedure 19
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Statistical Treatment of Data 20
IV: PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS, AND INTERPRETATION OF DATA
Profile of the Respondents 21
Perception on Prostitution of the Respondents 23
Test of Relationship between the 26
Profile of the Respondents and their
Perception on Prostitution
V: SUMMARY, CONCLUSION, IMPLICATIONS, AND
RECOMMENDATIONS
Summary 28
Conclusion and Implications 29
Recommendations 30
LITERATURE CITED 32
APPENDICES
Appendix A: Letter to Conduct 33
Appendix B: Questionnaire 34
Appendix C: Certification of Thesis Adviser 36
Appendix D: Certification of Reading Committee 37
Appendix E: Rating Form Oral Examination 38
CURRICILUM VITAE 39
LIST OF TABLES
Table Page
1 Profile of the Respondents 22
2 Perception on Prostitution 24
of the Respondents
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3 Test of Relationship between 27
the Profile of the Respondents
and their Perception on Prostitution
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