Abstract
This study charts research on university campus design from 2010 to 2025 using a mixed-methods bibliometric review. Records were retrieved from Scopus and Web of Science, screened with PRISMA, and analysed in VOSviewer and Biblioshiny for performance, collaboration, and thematic structures. The dataset shows sustained growth, with a clear acceleration after 2016 and peak activity between 2021 and 2024. Publication patterns are dominated by journal articles, and disciplinary profiling indicates a strong base in the social sciences alongside substantial contributions from engineering and computer science. Country and institutional maps reveal a concentrated yet international landscape led by the United States, with notable output from China, Australia, and the United Kingdom, and strong clusters around leading universities. Keyword co-occurrence and timeline views highlight three converging trajectories. Sustainability and environmental performance remain central, including life cycle assessment, microclimate, and pedestrian comfort. Digital transformation gains prominence after 2020, covering smart campus instrumentation, information management, and the infrastructural demands of hybrid learning. Human-centred themes persist around students, education, and university life. Gaps include modular and scalable campus typologies, more balanced cross-country collaboration, and stronger evidence on inclusivity, mental health, and community integration. The review provides an up-to-date baseline and a reproducible workflow for future studies, supporting planning approaches that integrate climate responsiveness, data-driven operations, and user well-being.