Abstract: In recent years, China has witnessed a significant acceleration in its aging process, with the population aged 60 and above continuing to grow. Senior universities, serving as primary platforms for lifelong learning and enriching the spiritual and cultural lives of older adults, have garnered substantial attention in terms of their construction and development. However, many interior space designs in senior universities currently lack in-depth consideration of the physiological, psychological, and behavioral characteristics of the elderly, making it difficult to meet their growing spiritual and cultural needs. With the development of technology, the interior space design of senior universities has also faced new challenges. Exploring interior space design strategies for senior universities that focus on emotional design can create a safe, comfortable, warm, and belonging living and learning environment for the elderly population, improving their learning experience and quality of life.

Key words: Population aging, Senior university, Emotional design, Interior educational space, Environmental design, Design strategy