THE EFFECT OF MANDATORY HAIR CUT TO THE CONFIDENCE OF THE FIRST

YEAR BSIT STUDENTS OF SFC

BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY

Educational institutions have enacted a number of regulations in recent years with the
goal of molding the general atmosphere and encouraging students to be disciplined. Mandatory
haircut policies are one such measure that has drawn notice. The purpose of this study is to
investigate how first-year male students at SFC, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Information
Technology (BSIT) feel about their confidence levels in relation to mandated haircuts.
For students, the adjustment to university life is a crucial time that is characterised by
self-discovery and adaptations. An individual's confidence and self-perception are greatly
influenced by their appearance, which includes their hairdo. It is imperative for both educational
establishments to comprehend the impact of forced haircuts on first-year male BSIT students at
SFC.
The enforcement of mandatory haircut policies reflects a broader institutional approach to
shaping the campus environment. Understanding the psychological impact of such regulations on
the self-confidence and self-perception of first-year male BSIT students is essential, considering
this pivotal phase of adjustment to university life. Additionally, exploring the perspectives of
students over the age of eighteen at SFC contributes to a comprehensive understanding of the
implications of enforced grooming standards on individual well-being and academic experience.

STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM

The implementation of a mandatory haircut policy for first-year Bachelor of Science in
Information Technology (BSIT) male students at SFC raises concerns regarding its impact on
student well-being, self-expression, and academic performance. This study aims to explore the
perceptible effects of the mandatory haircut policy, including its influence on students'
psychological and social aspects, as well as its potential implications for academic engagement
and overall satisfaction within the academic environment.

RESEARCH QUESTIONS
1. What is the perception of 1st Year BSIT male students on mandatory haircut?
2. what is the impact of school's mandatory haircut to the first year BSIT students self
confidence?
3. What other intervention may be proposed?
OBJECTIVES
1. To know the perception of 1st Year BSIT male students on mandatory haircut.
2. To know the impact of school's mandatory haircut to the first year BSIT students self
confidence?
3. To identify other intervention thay may be proposed.

SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY

The following are the ones who will be the beneficiary of the research study

To the teachers
This could aid in their comprehension of the behavior of the student and provide them with
motivation to find a more effective means of explaining to the pupils who oppose the policy why
it is being implemented.

To the Student.
This could provide as a guide for them as they investigate any issues or gaps in their policy.
They might be able to use this to identify certain gaps in their management system and make
improvements to the regulation.

To Future researchers
They will benefit from this as one of their study's sources as well. This will provide context for
their investigation and expand on the details of the specific study

SCOPE AND DELIMITATIONS

This research is conducted with a focus on the 30 first-year BSIT students at Saint Ferdinand
College, specifically addressing the common problems they encounter. The study aims to
propose viable solutions to these issues, emphasizing the effect of mandatory haircuts on the
confidence of male students in the first year BSIT program.

The scope is limited to the first-year BSIT students at Saint Ferdinand College during the
academic year 2023-2024. The primary objective is to identify and address challenges unique to
this group, shedding light on the reasons behind the mandatory haircut policy and its impact on
the confidence of male students.

DEFINITION OF TERMS
SFC (Saint Ferdinand College): Operational Definition: SFC refers to, a higher education
institution that implements a mandatory haircut policy for its students. This includes the specific
grooming standards outlined in official documents or guidelines.
Mandatory Haircut: Operational Definition: A grooming policy that is enforced by SFC and sets
a maximum acceptable hair length, style, or frequency of grooming is known as an obligatory
haircut. There may be specific repercussions for breaking this policy, including warnings,
penalties, or other disciplinary actions.

Confidence: Operational Definition: Confidence levels, observable behaviors, and participation

in social and intellectual pursuits are all included in the multifaceted concept of confidence. This
includes body language that conveys ease in a variety of situations, regular engagement in class
discussions, eagerness to strike up social relationships, and self-rating on a Likert scale through
surveys.

Male BSIT First-Year Students: Operational Definition: Students enrolled in SFC's Bachelor of
Science in Information Technology program who are in their first academic year are classified as
first-year male BSIT students. Students who consistently show up for class and engage in
academic activities fall under this category.