University title
University title decisions
This page lists decisions the OfS has made relating to providers’ applications for university title, or to have their university title changed.
| Previous name | Proposed new name assessed | Decision |
|---|---|---|
|
AECC University College |
Health Sciences University |
The OfS approved the use of the word 'university' in the provider's change of name on 30 July 2024. |
|
City, University of London |
City St George's, University of London |
The Office for Students consented to the use of the word 'university' in the provider's change of name on 9 October 2024, in light of its merger with St George's, University of London. |
|
NCH at Northeastern Limited |
Northeastern University – London |
The OfS approved university title and a change of the provider's name on 20 July 2022. |
|
Newman University |
Birmingham Newman University |
The OfS approved the use of the word 'university' in the provider’s change of name on 7 September 2023. |
|
Solent University |
Southampton Solent University |
The OfS approved the use of the word 'university' in the provider's change of name on 9 October 2024. |
|
Staffordshire University |
University of Staffordshire |
The OfS consented to the use of the word 'university' in the provider's change of name on 23 September 2024. |
|
University of Bolton |
University of Greater Manchester |
The OfS consented to the inclusion of the word ‘university’ in the provider's change of name on 13 December 2024. |
|
University of Central Lancashire |
University of Lancashire |
The OfS consented to the inclusion of the word ‘university’ in the provider’s change of name on 13 December 2024. |
Last updated 19 December 2024 + show all updates
19 December 2024 - Decisions published for the University of Bolton and University of Central Lancashire.
09 October 2024 - The page has been updated following decisions for Southampton Solent University and City St George's, University of London.
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