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FAQ

Postgraduate Students

Can students choose a specific room and level?

Room selection is based on current availability. New students applying for accommodation will be placed according to availability as deemed appropriate by the administration.

Where can hostel registration be made and what are the operating hours for the HAC Office?

Accommodation registration for male students can be made at the HAC Satellite Office located in Desasiswa Utama, while registration for female students can be made at the HAC Office located on Level 1, Cafeteria Lembaran.

HAC office hours are from Monday to Friday (except public holidays), from 8.10 a.m. to 5.10 p.m. Students are advised to register during office hours.

What are the room rates for postgraduate students

The room rate for male students is RM5.00/day for a Double Room, while the room rate for female students is RM5.00/day for a Double Room and RM6.00/day for a Single Room.

What documents are needed for hostel registration?

The documents required for postgraduate student registration are:

  • Offer Letter from USM

  • Registration Letter from IPS

  • One passport-sized photograph

  • A 3-month deposit guarantee

Can accommodation be provided for students who have received an offer letter from USM but are not yet registered with IPS?

Accommodation will be provided if there are still vacancies in the hostel. The non-student rate is RM20/day for a Double Room and RM40/day for a Single Room.

What facilities are available at the postgraduate hostel?

The postgraduate male student accommodation is based on a 3-room apartment concept, and there are 2 beds in each room with an attached bathroom. Each student is provided with a bed, study desk, chair, and ceiling fan. Each apartment also includes a living room, utility room, and sink.
Facilities in the hostel include a Laundry Room, Discussion Room, Pantry, Mini Gym, Hangout Space, Surau, and Futsal Court.

Accommodation for female postgraduate students is based on a dormitory concept. Each room has a bed, study table, chair, ceiling fan, and a comfortable space. Facilities in the female dormitory include a Laundry Room, Lounge, Study Room, Pantry, Hangout Space, and a Prayer Hall.

Are students allowed to bring electrical appliances into their room?

According to Universiti Sains Malaysia (Desasiswa) Rules 2021, electrical equipment such as laptops, printers, water heaters, and mobile phone chargers are allowed, but other electrical equipment is prohibited.

Are students allowed to cook in the room?

There are refrigerators, induction cookers, and microwaves provided in the pantry for heating food and drinks. However, students are not allowed to cook in their rooms, especially using an open flame, to avoid short circuits or fire hazards in the dormitory.
Referring to the Universiti Sains Malaysia (Desasiswa) Rules 2021, students who violate this rule will be fined RM50.

Undergraduate Students

How do first-year students apply for accommodation at Desasiswa?

First-year students are automatically provided with accommodation at Desasiswa. If they choose to stay off-campus, students must inform the HAC Office in writing. However, during Minggu Siswa Lestari, first-year students are required to stay at Desasiswa to ensure attendance throughout the orientation period.

What if I want to withdraw after getting a placement in Desasiswa?

Students need to inform the HAC Office in writing, and the room key must be returned to the HAC Office as soon as possible. Students must also ensure that the room is left clean and in good condition.