Akademik Veri Yönetim Sistemi
International Journal of Social and Humanities Sciences Research , cilt.12, sa.123, ss.2158-2172, 2025 (Hakemli Dergi)
Urban
university campuses have historically developed as integral components of the
urban pattern, establishing strong interactions with economic, spatial, and
socio-cultural dynamics over time. Today, the processes of spatial expansion
and transformation in these campuses require a strategic planning approach due
to increasing student populations, limited land availability, and the necessity
of urban integration. This study examines the spatial organization of urban
campuses through four key parameters—physical infrastructure, transportation,
social amenities, and housing—and aims to contribute to future-oriented planning
principles. Methodologically, a university campus located in Istanbul was
analyzed as a case study, with assessments based on current conditions, spatial
analyses, and field observations. The findings reveal opportunities for new
interventions and improvements in the campus’s spatial development. In
particular, design strategies that enhance spatial cohesion, interventions that
facilitate pedestrian accessibility, diversification of social amenities, and
integration of housing opportunities with the campus are identified as carrying
significant potential for future planning. The results highlight the importance
of strengthening the campus not only as an academic environment but also as a
social, cultural, and urban entity. The study underscores the necessity of a
holistic and flexible master plan approach for urban university campuses and
emphasizes the critical role of collaboration between universities, local
governments, and the broader community. In this regard, the research
contributes to the ongoing discourse on campus–city interaction and offers
guidance for strategic planning frameworks applicable to future practices.