Sep 2, 1998 · 30m
Teams from the universities of Bristol and Manchester kick off a new series of the challenging quiz, hosted by Jeremy Paxman.
Season 28 Episodes
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Sep 9, 1998 · 30m
Sep 16, 1998 · 30m
Sep 23, 1998 · 30m
Sep 30, 1998 · 30m
Oct 7, 1998 · 30m
Teams from Portsmouth and De Montfort universities compete for a place in the second round. Jeremy Paxman asks the questions.
Oct 14, 1998 · 30m
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Jan 5, 1999 · 30m
Jeremy Paxman chairs the second play-off between the highest scoring first-round teams. London's City University take on Balliol College, Oxford.
Jan 12, 1999 · 30m
Reigning champions Magdalen College, Oxford compete against the Open University for a place in the quarter-finals. Presented by Jeremy Paxman.
Jan 19, 1999 · 30m
Jan 26, 1999 · 30m
Feb 9, 1999 · 30m
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Mar 17, 1999 · 30m
In the first of the quarter-final matches, Bangor, one of the constituent colleges of the University of Wales, take on Bristol University. Jeremy Paxman asks the questions.
Mar 24, 1999 · 30m
Mar 31, 1999 · 30m
Apr 6, 1999 · 30m
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Apr 27, 1999 · 30m
Season 28 FAQ
Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.
When did University Challenge Season 28 premiere?
University Challenge Season 28 premiered on September 2, 1998.
How many episodes are in University Challenge Season 28?
University Challenge Season 28 has 31 episodes.
What is the first episode of University Challenge Season 28?
The season opens with Season 28 Episode 1, "Bristol v Manchester". It aired on September 2, 1998.
Go to Season 28 Episode 1