Researchers have found that user’s perception of the campus environment is related to quality life and academic accomplishment. In this study, we analyzed the perceptions of over 600 users at Ferdowsi University of Mashhad to evaluate the level of green space use and to understand user preferences from aesthetic and safety aspects. The results show that in the majority of the respondents (more than 80%), green space use was nearly 40%. Aesthetic and safety preference of respondents was more than moderate (65%) and nearly high (70%) respectively. A high correlation (nearly 80%) was found between aesthetic preference and safety preference by respondents. Based on the results we recommend a thorough investigation of the effective factors and reasons on the reduction of campus green space use.

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