APFD
4001

Thesis 1: Ideation

Parsons Paris: Parsons Paris

Non-Liberal Arts
Undergraduate Course
Majors Only
Thesis 1: Ideation
Fall 2026
Taught By: Max Sanderson, Raffaela Graspointner, and Tuomas Laitinen
Section: PC1

CRN: 15533

Credits: 6

Thesis 1 is the first phase of a two semester capstone project in which students define and develop their personal identity through the conceptualization and development of an original fashion collection. This course focuses on in-depth research, creative exploration, and technical experimentation as students investigate a topic of personal interest - such as cultural heritage, social commentary, sustainability, or technological innovation - as the foundation for their thesis collection. Open to: Bachelors Degree students with a major in Fashion Design, seniors only.

Co-Requisites: No Co-requisites

College: Parsons Paris (CP)

Department: Parsons Paris (PPAR)

Campus: Paris (PC)

Course Format: Studio (S)

Modality: In-Person

Max Enrollment: 16

Repeat Limit: N/A

Add/Drop Deadline: September 8, 2026 (Tuesday)

Online Withdrawal Deadline: November 16, 2026 (Monday)

Seats Available: No

Status: Closed*

* Status information is updated every few minutes. The status of this course may have changed since the last update. Open seats may have restrictions that will prevent some students from registering. Updated: 6:02pm EDT 9/27/2026

Meeting Info:
Days: Thursday
Times: 10:00am - 12:40pm
Building: Paris Romainville
Room: 001
Date Range: 8/26/2026 - 12/14/2026
Days: Thursday
Times: 1:40pm - 4:20pm
Building: Paris Romainville
Room: 001
Date Range: 8/26/2026 - 12/14/2026
Days: Thursday
Times: 4:30pm - 7:10pm
Building: Paris Romainville
Room: 001
Date Range: 8/26/2026 - 12/14/2026