Research Article 9
Journal of Education & Social Sciences - Volume 13, Issue 2 2025
By Rimesha Farooq , Adeela Hussain
10.20547/jess1322513204
Keywords: Foreign Language, Medium of instruction, Academic Performance, Motivation, Psychological and Emotional Experiences

This study investigates the effect of foreign language on undergraduate academic achievement in Istanbul, Turkey. It demonstrates that deficient language abilities, an inadequate curriculum, and uncooperative instructors all lead to poor academic achievement. The study used a mixed method approach, with questionnaires and semi-structured interviews conducted at five Istanbul institutions. According to the findings, students struggle to grasp lectures, are stressed, and experience psychological and emotional hazards such as test failure, anxiety, and scholarship loss.

Submission Date: 12 Jun, 2025 Reviews Completed: 20 Nov, 2025
Acceptance Date: 24 Dec, 2025 Publication Date: 31 Dec, 2025