The Cumberland Lodge Scholarships are designed to fit around the demands of doctoral research. Educational grants are available to Massachusetts Masons, their children, and grandchildren pursuing a full-time, undergraduate degree in an accredited educational institution. They are open to students of any age who are enrolled on a doctoral programme within the UK. This is available in the form of a contribution towards reasonable travel expenses. Cumberland Lodge Scholars are, however, provided with meals, accommodation and standard economy return travel to Lodge events, as well as being eligible for a Personal Development Grant of up to £300. 1108677 Company no. As these places are limited, bursaries are awarded on a competitive basis, according to greatest need and relevance.This conference made me realise that I do have the potential to make a change in the world.To hear from front-line practitioners, in a safe and inclusive environment, taught me more about police work and decision-making than I had thought would be possible.Our bursaries are provided from our charitable funds, to help students with limited financial means to participate in conference discussions that are relevant to their fields of research, or to join subsidised study retreats at Cumberland Lodge with their peers.For a group of 15-25 students we offer one free place, for groups of 26-50 students we offer up to two free places, and for groups of over 50 we offer up to three free places, according to the financial circumstances of participants.Cumberland Lodge gave me the opportunity to enter into discussions with, and discover the views of, people from diverse backgrounds. A Cumberland Lodge Scholarship offers a unique opportunity to take part in events and activities outside of your academic disciplines, gaining valuable experience in: Public engagement and event facilitation Working collaboratively with people of all ages, backgrounds and perspectives Scholars Every year we recruit up to ten doctoral students for our Cumberland Lodge Scholarship scheme, including one who is nominated by the Council for At-Risk Academics. This three-year, fully funded scholarship offers an outstanding PhD candidate the chance to complete a PhD at Royal Holloway, University of London, in a research area aligned to the charitable objectives of Cumberland Lodge.The Scholar is based in their academic department at Royal Holloway's campus in Egham, but also receives mentoring and support from academic staff and associates at Cumberland Lodge in nearby Windsor Great Park.In addition to covering Home/EU tuition fees, the Amy Buller PhD Scholar receives an annual tax-free stipend of £12,600, and a contribution of up to £500 annually towards research expenses.He or she is expected to act as an ambassador for the Lodge at high-profile conferences and during student retreats, and to support our work with postgraduate students.The Amy Buller PhD Scholar is free to use the resources and facilities at Cumberland Lodge to further their research.These opportunities enable the successful candidate to enhance his or her own public engagement and teaching profile, and to contribute to the impact of the charitable foundation itself.Recruitment for our 2020-23 Scholarship is now complete. 5383055 Please keep an eye on this webpage for more details.Our application pack for the 2020-23 scholarship can be found on this page, containing further information about the application process.Through meeting extraordinary people and having extraordinary experiences at the Lodge, I feel that I am now well-equipped to deal with life after my PhD.The Amy Buller PhD Scholar plays an active role in the residential life of Cumberland Lodge and benefits from their association with an educational charity with a vision of building more peaceful, open and inclusive societies.The role involves carrying out 12 residential weekend duties at Cumberland Lodge per year, helping to host our visiting student study retreat groups.