Sanctioned by British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS), GB Students compete in FISU World University Championships held bi-annually (even year) in the subsequent years to the FISU World University Games (odd year).
GB Students is the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland representative team for higher education, one of the leading nations for international university sport.
The success of GB Students is driven by the collaboration between BUCS, National Governing Bodies (NGBs), member institutions and our countries most exceptionally talented student athletes.
GB Students has a rich history of athletes, coaches, delegation staff and practitioners who progress to represent Team GB and the home nations.
About the World University Championships
Organised by the International University Sports Federation (FISU), the FISU World University Championships are a series of competitions in a variety of different sports.
Nominations currently open are listed below:
- Modern Pentathlon - nominations close at 11:59pm on Sunday 10 May 2026.
- Weightlifting - nominations close at 11:59pm on Monday 25 May 2026.
- Triathlon - nominations close at 11:59pm on Thursday 25 June 2026.
For any enquiries, please email [email protected].
