The MA thesis is a ca. 70 page paper that demonstrates original research in an area of fashion studies. Students develop a thesis subject and research framework during the course Advanced Thesis Preparation in consultation with a faculty member/s who may also serve as thesis advisor/s. To write a thesis, a student must have passed the course Advanced Thesis Preparation, and have the Thesis Proposal approved. The thesis is written under the direct supervision of an assigned thesis advisor, and the student may also consult with other faculty members as required by their topic.