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Doctor of African American Studies (A.A.S.D) in African American Foods

Our Doctor of African American Studies (A.A.S.D) in African American Foods offers an academic and cultural exploration into the culinary traditions of African Americans. This program investigates the historical, nutritional, and sociocultural significance of foodways from Africa, the Caribbean, and African American communities. Students examine the intersections of food with identity, memory, resistance, and celebration. Designed for researchers, cultural historians, and community advocates, the program supports original scholarship on topics such as soul food, holiday traditions, and diasporic culinary innovation. Graduates will be prepared to lead in cultural preservation, food justice, public policy, and educational institutions.

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Program NameDoctor of African American Studies (A.A.S.D)
Program LevelDoctorate
ConcentrationAfrican American Foods
Modules15
Credits60
Duration2 to 4 years 
Learning MethodOnline
Fee$2,500 One-Time Fee [Special Discount]

Modules
  • Soul Food
  • African Food
  • Caribbean Food
  • Creole Food
  • Afro-Latino Food
  • Public Writing
  • Public Policy
  • Public & Private Law
  • Scientific Research Module I: Research, Information Literacy
  • Scientific Research Module II: Dissertation Writing I
  • Scientific Research Module III: Dissertation Writing II
  • Scientific Research Module IV: Dissertation Writing III
  • Scientific Research Module V: Submission and Evaluation of the Dissertation
  • Scientific Research Module VI: Dissertation Defense Preparation
  • Dissertation Defense

Admission Requirements
  • Possess a Master’s Degree (or a Bachelor’s Degree for bundle program) or its equivalent.
  • Be proficient in English (as per TOEFL or IELTS test for non-native English speakers).
  • Have basic operating knowledge of a smartphone or a computer.

Grading System
  • Distinction: 90% and above
  • Pass: 80% to 89.99%
  • Fail: below 80%

Graduation Requirement

Dissertation Defense

Tuition & Fees

Fee: $2,500 One-Time Fee [Special Discount]

  • Payment Plans: $750 initial payment and $160/month for 12 months or $750 initial payment and $80/month for 24 months.
  • Payment Methods: Stripe & PayPal

Admission Process
  • Provide the names of your previous schools and the dates of attendance.
  • Submit a scanned copy of the following:
    • government-issued photo ID,
    • two letters of recommendation, 
    • transcript(s), and
    •  test scores (TOEFL or IELTS for non-native English speakers).
    • ⚠️You can submit the documents when applying or email them later to giuadmissions@fgjf.org latest within four weeks from the start date of your first-course registration.
  • Wait for a response from our admission staff within seven working days.
  • Receive your provisional admission letter.
  • Make payment.
  • Start studying.

Program Director

Prof. Tan Kwan Hong

Prof. Frankie Lee Graham Jr.

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