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Higher Education Zone > Upcoming BUCS Competitions

British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS) offers opportunities for students of all fencing abilities to take part in inter-university competitions. Unlike traditional BUCS matches, which take place in a team relay format, the competitions listed below are individual events.

Regional Events

The BUCS Regional Fencing Series, run by BUCS (British Universities & Colleges Sport) in partnership with BF, is designed to give students a fun and supportive gateway into competitive fencing. These events are aimed towards beginners and novices, and are primarily self-refereed. Began in 2019-20, the series continues to grow each year.

The BUCS Regional Series is also a great opportunity to gain more refereeing experience at a low-pressure competition. For some, it may be their first time refereeing at an event, preparing them for the practical element of the Level 2 refereeing qualification.

If you’re interested in volunteering as a referee or have any questions about the BUCS Regional Series more generally, please contact Liberty Andrews, BUCS Regional Competitions and Event Coordinator, via liberty.andrews@bucs.org.uk.

MIDLANDS

Date: Saturday 14th November 2026, 8am – 5pm

Location: David Ross Sports Village, University of Nottingham, University Park, Nottingham, NG7 2RD, United Kingdom

Student/competitor entries open on 8th September 2026.

Student entry deadline: Tuesday 27th October 2026, 10am

Institution administrator deadline: Thursday 29th October 2026, 11.59pm

Click here to enter via BUCS Play.

NORTH EAST & YORKSHIRE

Date: Saturday 21st November 2026, 8am – 5pm

Location: The Graham Sports Centre, Durham, DH1 3SE

Student/competitor entries open on 8th September 2026.

Student entry deadline: Tuesday 3rd November 2026, 12pm

Institution administrator deadline: Thursday 5th November 2026, 11.59pm

Click here to enter via BUCS Play.

SOUTH WEST

Date: Saturday 30th January 2027, 8am – 6pm

Location: Bath Sports Training Village, University Of Bath, Claverton Down Road, Combe Down, Bath, Somerset, BA2 7AY, United Kingdom

Entries for this event are not yet open.

National Events

BUCS INDIVIDUAL FENCING CHAMPIONSHIPS 2026-27

The BUCS Individual Fencing Championships are part of BUCS Nationals. This is a national event open to current university students.

Entries for this event are not yet open.

FISU Summer World University Games

The 2025 FISU Summer World University Games took place in Rhine-Ruhr, Germany, on the 16th – 27th July.

Last updated 8 Sept 2026