Field and Student Evaluation of Green Spaces (Gardens) for Al-Mustaqbal University College \\ Hilla – Babylon Province

Abstract

Al-Mustaqbal University’s gardens were assessed in 2022. The study had two phases: the field evaluation phase, which surveyed and analyzed green areas’ natural and material components. Student evaluation (questionnaire) is the second part. Green and their development goals. Field evaluation findings: 1-The absence of a clear design for the gardens, as it is a green area surrounded by trees and shrubs 2-The absence of a well-thought-out botanical design, where trees are planted at close distances without taking into account their future size. 3-Not allocating places for various activities such as isolated places for reading and relaxation, gathering gardens, and various student sports, recreational and social activities. 4-Dividing the large area into small gardens with spaces that are not suitable for any activity conducted by students, except for the garden of the College of Pharmacy and the College of Physical Education. 5-Walkways are designed with a width outside the design standards for pedestrians, and it may reach (8) m, which is the width of a street. 6-The lack of points of interest and interest such as statues, fountains, water bodies...etc. According to the student evaluation (questionnaire), (50.3%) thought the gardens were medium, (46.6%) preferred green spaces for their preferred plants, (68.4%) preferred wide gardens with all activities, and (49.2%) thought maintenance was moderate. Gardens and maintaining them, and (63.7%) desire to expand green areas and gardens since the present ones were insufficient. (62.1%) of students like natural aspects, (83.7%) like modern garden designs, and (45.3%) are near the department building’s garden. Medical, one of the university’s most important gardens, and (76.3%) wish to engage and express their opinion if any gardens are rebuilt.