Academia

What we offer

Swissnex in China empowers researchers, universities, and academic institutions to seize the opportunities of collaboration with China. Through our services and thematic initiatives, we help our partners understand China’s context, access trusted networks, and identify research areas for impactful partnerships. At the heart of our work lies the creation of meaningful, interdisciplinary connections that spark new ideas, strengthen our partners’ competencies on China, and foster lasting relationships.

Our academic services are always customized and may include:

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Thematic Research Trips
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Curated Workshops / Events
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Sabbaticals (1-4 weeks)
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Reporting & Information Scouting

Sabbaticals

Tailored research trips

Swissnex in China organizes short tailored research trips for Swiss researchers to gain a first-hand understanding of China’s academic and innovation ecosystem. Leveraging our extensive network, we curate customized study tours, facilitate meaningful exchanges, run a public event and connect researchers with leading institutions in their fields. Participants in past sabbaticals have gained valuable insights and established opportunities for long-term collaboration. Whether you aim to expand your expertise, build new partnerships, or gain first-hand knowledge of China’s latest developments, our sabbaticals provide a unique opportunity for international academic exchange.

Alumni Community

Swiss Public University Alumni

We support the establishment of alumni chapters in China and various alumni activities.

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Movetia-Swissnex

International cooperation and exchange for education

Swissnex and Movetia are working together to facilitate and support mobility and cooperation projects outside of Europe for Swiss educational institutions. The six Swissnex main locations offer Movetia stakeholders a range of services, including matchmaking, workshops, scouting activities, and project facilitation.

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Testimonials

The China Onboarding Workshop provided me with very useful and detailed information on the Chinese research and higher education system and the current trends. Exchanging with European faculties and researchers at Chinese universities was especially interesting to get a sense of what the context concretely means for teaching and research and where the limits are.

Florence Balthasar Head of International Affairs at Zurich University of the Arts

“Thank you for introducing Swissnex to Chinese & Swiss students from HEIG-VD, Sino-Swiss Summer University Network. Great insights into the bridging of Sino-Swiss cultures to foster social and economic innovation.”

Anna Lupina Wegener Full Professor at HES-SO