Library and information science study program through the eyes of students: Preliminary findings.

This article examines student satisfaction with the graduate Library and Information Science (LIS) program at the Department of Information Sciences, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Osijek, Croatia, aiming to identify the program’s strengths and weaknesses as part of a planned curriculum revision. Using an anonymous online survey of current and graduated students, the study found moderate satisfaction overall, with high ratings for teacher expertise, student-teacher relationships, and extracurricular activities, but lower satisfaction regarding the amount and organization of practical work and the availability of elective courses. Graduated students generally reported higher satisfaction than current students, possibly influenced by the latter’s experience with online learning during COVID-19, while single-major LIS students were more satisfied than double-major students. The findings align with international research emphasizing the need for LIS curricula to balance theoretical knowledge with practical skills and lifelong learning competences, highlighting the importance of ongoing evidence-based program evaluation to meet evolving professional and student needs.