The information below sets out how Higher Education Institution (HEI) Rugby Clubs become members of both the Students’ Rugby Football Union (SRFU) and the Rugby Football Union (RFU) as either voting or non-voting members. Membership to both bodies is required for student club teams to be entered into British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS),  London Universities Sport Leagues (LUSL) and National Association of Medical Schools (NAMS) Rugby Union competitions (XV & 7s) .

To become an affiliated member of both the SRFU and RFU your HEI and Rugby Club(s) must meet the criteria set out below.

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Joining is a two-step process:

The deadlines for affiliation are: 23rd September for BUCS/LUSL and NAMS.

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