You can check it out from these links: http://education.guardian.co.uk/universityguide2004/table/0,14557,1222167,00.html?start=89 http://www.timesonline.co.uk/section/0,,716,00.html
This is the former Staffordshire Polytechnic, itself formed in the 70's through the merger of several colleges of technology. Calling it "very good" may be a little strong. But it's legitimate.