Shows / University Challenge
Where to watch University Challenge
University Challenge is on BBC Two, and you can watch it free on BBC iPlayer.
- ChannelBBC Two
- StreamBBC iPlayer
- CostFree with a TV Licence
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University ChallengeFree on BBC iPlayer
WatchWhen it’s next on
Email me when University Challenge is back. One email when a new series is about to start, with where to watch it.
Who’s in it
Checked 5th November 2026 against en.wikipedia.org. Everyone credited over the years:
What it costs to watch
It's free, but you need a TV Licence to watch the BBC, live or on iPlayer.
About University Challenge
The BBC's long-running quiz for university teams.
First shown 1962. Still running.
Quick answers
- Who presents University Challenge?
- University Challenge is presented by Amol Rajan. Announcer: Roger Tilling. (Checked 5th November 2026.)
- Where can I watch University Challenge?
- University Challenge is on BBC Two, and you can watch it free on BBC iPlayer.
- When is University Challenge next on?
- The next episode (Series 56, episode 19) is Monday 23rd November at 20:30.
- Is University Challenge free to watch?
- It's free, but you need a TV Licence to watch the BBC, live or on iPlayer.
- What time is University Challenge on?
- Usually 20:30 on Mondays, on BBC Two. Times can change, so check the next episode above.
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