Oxford Poly' 1970 College of Technology becomes Oxford Polytechnic. 1975 John Brookes dies. Lady Spencer-Churchill teacher training college amalgamates with Oxford Polytechnic, to become its Wheatley campus. Oxford School of Nursing incorporated into University, becoming School of Health Care Studies. 1989 Polytechnic becomes independent statutory corporation and ceases to be maintained by Oxfordshire County Council.
Government announces creation of universities from polytechnics.
The new university 1992 Dorset House School of Occupational Therapy becomes part of Oxford Polytechnic. The Polytechnic becomes a university under government legislation. It honours John Brookes' memory by choosing the name Oxford Brookes University. Unveiling the new name 1993 Oxford Brookes University's new signs officially unveiled by Chair of Governors, Andrew Smith MP and the Vice-Chancellor, Dr Clive Booth. Princess of Wales visits the University as part of the celebrations to mark its new status.