Linguistic Transition at Tertiary Level: A Case Study

Abstract

This study deals with linguistic transition (Bengali to English) at tertiary level at private universities in Bangladesh. It highlights the effects of this linguistic transition on the freshers. Data collected using questionnaires have been quantitatively analysed to conduct the study. The data show that linguistic transition has some effects, in most cases negative, on the beginners at the private universities in Bangladesh. The implications of this study are manifold; but in particular it will help make this transition smooth. Keywords: Linguistic Transition, Tertiary Level, Private Universities, Effects, Bangladesh.