Doctoral Network at the University of St.Gallen

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DocNet is the club for all doctoral students and postdoctoral scholars at the University of St.Gallen (HSG), Switzerland

Our network was founded by a group of doctoral students from different research departments at HSG in spring 2001. Today, with more than 1’000 members, we are one of the biggest clubs at the University of St.Gallen (HSG). Throughout the year we organize interesting and inspiring social, sports, career-oriented, and academic events. Furthermore, DocNet provides special offers and benefits to its members. DocNet also maintains pages on LinkedInInstagram, and Facebook to inform and connect its members with each other. More than 3400 former doctoral students are organized through the Doctoral Alumni Club (a chapter of HSG Alumni). If you have any queries, please feel free to contact us via email.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

ABOUT DOCNET

STARTING A PHD AT HSG?

DOCNET SYMPOSIUM

Join the annual interdisciplinary scientific conference in St.Gallen, where expert insights, discussions and thoughtful reflection come together

DocNet is your connection to other doctoral students. Join out network and enjoy our benefits. We will help you with useful PhD Resources and much more!

Chances are that at some point you wonder: “Am I the first person having this issue? Where did I find that again? Where do I turn to for that software licence?” And that’s the reason why we started to collect some helpful links and resources for your PhD journey. Because writing a dissertation is hard enough.

DocNet & Raiffeisen

We are proud to offer a special deal for our members in need for a Swiss banking account (or a better one): Our sponsor Raiffeisen will set you up with a completely free account that includes some special benefits, such as 50% discount on the Halbtax.

Get your DocNet SOCKS

Our DocNet socks are more than just merchandise – it’s a statement! It symbolizes our doctoral community, while providing the comfort you deserve.

OUR PURPOSE

Open doctoral network

Establishment of a network among doctoral students and postdoctoral research fellows

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Promotion of dialogue

Promotion of dialogue between private business, the University and doctoral students

Organization of activities

Organization of recreational activities and presentations

Knowledge exchange

Enhancement of professional knowledge exchange

Join our upcoming events

Book a place for our next events.

02 Jul

DocNet Board Game Evening

2. July 2025    
18:00 - 21:00
CHF0.00
Dear fellow PhD students, we warmly invite you to our DocNet board game evening. Join us at the ZIG cafeteria to play! We provide a [...]
23 Oct

DocNet meets DAC @Opernhaus Zürich

23. October 2025    
17:45 - 22:30
CHF25.00
Join the DocNet community and the Doctoral Alumni Club (DAC) for an exclusive evening in Zurich. We will enjoy a private tour of the Zurich [...]
27 Nov

23rd DocNet Symposium

27. November 2025    
16:00 - 21:00
CHF0.00
Longevity – here to stay or dying trend? The 2025 edition will mark the 23rd DocNet Symposium and will be held at the University of [...]

Highlights from our DocNet community and past events

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