Media technology programs often examine the entire process of delivering a message, be it an internet video or a news report, via various mediums. A student in this subject should expect to focus his or her efforts on exploring network architectures, audio engineering, studio operation and multimedia systems integrations.

Requirements for the PhD program often involve the student having already obtained a Master’s degree. Additionally, a thesis or dissertation primarily consisting of original academic research must be submitted. In some countries, this work may even need to be defended in front of a panel.