Got questions about Kolej Kediaman Kinabalu KK8? Here are detailed answers to the most common queries from prospective and current residents.
What is Kolej Kediaman Kinabalu (KK8)?
KK8 is the 8th Residential College at Universiti Malaya, completed in 1985, accommodating 700 to 900 undergraduates annually and having housed approximately 10,000 students in total.
Why is the college named Kinabalu?
Named after Mount Kinabalu in Sabah – the highest mountain in South East Asia – representing strength and high aspiration.
Who funded KK8 construction?
The entire construction was funded by Yayasan Sabah (Sabah Foundation).
How do I apply for a room at KK8?
Apply through the MyUM student portal. New students receive placement letters at the start of the academic year. Submit a rayuan (appeal) if you do not receive a placement.
Which faculties are placed at KK8?
KK8 is Zone 3, primarily for FCSIT students and others from various faculties.
How many blocks does KK8 have?
6 blocks total – 2 male, 4 female.
What are the room arrangements?
Up to 3 students per room: one double-deck and one single bed in a V-shaped layout.
What food is available at KK8?
Dewan Makan offers Malay stalls, mamak section, Arab corner, plus a late-night burger stall at the main gate.
What other facilities does KK8 offer?
Bilik Suluq (The Cube), meeting rooms, music room, Dewan Seri Mutiara, 24-hour convenient store, laundry, and KK8 Bus Stop.
How do I contact KK8?
Phone: +60 3-7955 8643. HEP: +603-7967 3216. Email: hep_penginapan@um.edu.my.