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8 January 2026Cambridge Regional College (CRC) is proud to announce that its Principal and Chief Executive, Mark Robertson, has been awarded a Fellowship of the Chartered Institute for Further Education (CIFE), recognising his outstanding leadership and long-standing contribution to the Further Education (FE) sector.
The Fellowship was formally conferred at the CIFE Admissions Ceremony, held at the historic Apothecaries’ Hall in London just before Christmas. This prestigious accolade celebrates distinguished leaders who have made a significant impact on the UK’s FE and Skills sector, championing opportunity, inclusion, and excellence.
With nearly 30 years in Further Education, Mark began his career as a teacher of tourism and business before progressing into senior leadership roles. He has successfully led colleges through transformation and growth, including his current leadership at Cambridge Regional College since 2016, where he oversaw the merger between Cambridge Regional College and Huntingdonshire Regional College and drove continuous improvement in student enrolments, stakeholder satisfaction, and community engagement.
Speaking about the award, Mark Robertson said:
“I am honoured to receive the fellowship of the distinguished Chartered Institute for Further Education. It is of course much more a recognition of the work of Cambridge Regional College in transforming lives, promoting social mobility and life chances and meeting regional skills needs, than it is of my own contribution. I am very fortunate to lead a team of exceptional people who make such a difference every day for the students, communities, and employers that we serve.”
The Chartered Institute for Further Education represents the highest standards of professionalism within the sector. Fellowships are awarded to senior leaders who demonstrate exceptional leadership, advocacy, and commitment to developing talent and skills. Cambridge Regional College itself gained Chartered Status in 2024, joining an elite group of UK colleges recognised for their commitment to excellence and innovation in education. This milestone reinforced CRC’s position as a leading institution dedicated to raising skills, improving life chances, and supporting employers and communities across the region.
