IMPACTUL POLITICILOR LINGVISTICE ASUPRA ÎNVĂȚĂMÂNTULUI SUPERIOR DIN REPUBLICA MOLDOVA ÎN PERIOADA 1985–1995

Summary. Linguistic legislation was essential for defining the national and cultural identity of the Republic of Moldova. In a period of transition and nation building, language became a symbol of sovereignty and independence. The legislative changes also aimed at adapting the education system to reflect these new national realities. The methodology will include research and analysis of materials from the university archive to identify changes in university programs, the impact of language reforms on the number of students and on the number and quality of the language of scientific publications.Key words: Language policy, curriculum, bilingualism, legislation, ideology, transition period