Oulu Mining School (Uni.Oulu) in collaboration with Luleå University of Technology and Geovista AB is organizing a course related to the initial target generation in exploration. Course is organized within EIT RM Academy funded EXplORE project in collaboration with EIT RM funded MAP-project. During the course, student groups will choose on area of interest based on the metal(s) they choose to target. Areas are predetermined and represent different types of mineral potential areas from Finland and Sweden. Students will compile a theoretical literature review of the mineral systems and current models, and download the necessary datasets from freely available resources as well as resources provided in the course platform. Using GIS softwares (ArcGIS or QGIS) and/or geochemical plotting softwares (e.g. IoGAS), student will intergrate different types of datasets (geophysical, geochemical, geological) in order to select targets within their selected areas. Interpretations of potential target areas include evaluation from not only geological perspectives, but also taking into account the social aspect and possible challenges related to the different stakeholders in their respective area. Course is held remotely and is intended to MSc level student in the field of geosciences.