Abstract: International terminology is an advanced independent subject with perfect education system. In our country, standardization on terms in science and technology has made great achievements. However, we have just made a start in research and education for terminology. At present, we should strive for setting up the course of terminology in universities. The course will not only train the skilled persons for terminology research and practical work, but also raise the quality of students, such as:(1)to promote their love of mother tongue;(2)to enrich their knowledge about both science and humanities; (3)to help them to get more opportunities in obtaining employment;(4)to help them to form a habit to use normative terminology.

Key words: terminology education, terminology course