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This research paper will dissect the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research's project to generalise the use of English in Algerian universities and its positive and negative impact on some disciplines, among them “Media and Communication Studies.” Because of its global importance and prominence, English has become an essential language. However, its generalisation may be incompatible with the local community's ideals, as well as its linguistic and cultural peculiarities. “Media and Communication Studies” is considered one of the most important university disciplines that will inevitably benefit from the generalisation of English language use, but in specific contexts, it is more related to scientific research and the training of future journalists in a way that will help them practice their journalistic work, especially in terms of obtaining information from original sources through international news agencies, conducting press interviews, and attending international press conferences without the need for translation. Moreover, Algerian media in English may contribute to giving the actual image of Algeria to a Western audience. However, marginalising national languages, their dialects, and the Algerian vernacular may have a negative impact on the principles of media public service and the right to information.
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