| Athletics at the 1953 Summer International University Sports Week | |
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| Dates | 13–16 August |
| Host city | Dortmund, West Germany  |
| Venue | Stadion Rote Erde |
| Events | 29 |
The athletics competition at the 1953 Summer International University Sports Week was held at the Stadion Rote Erde in Dortmund, West Germany, between 13 and 16 August.