Development Studiesis a multi-disciplinaryfield of study that deals with three aspects of development: theory, strategy and ideology. Development Studies at the School of Architecture, Planning and Policy Development ITB focuses on the understanding of theories, normative principles, and strategies of development within a holistic framework that takes into account aspects of economy, politics, socio-cultural, technology, humanity, and sustainable environment. It endeavors to provide the state of the art in the field of development studies, to achieve academic excellence and to enhance its role in the development process of the Indonesian society