This case study assesses the development of research competence among graduate design students through a Ukrainian–Chinese English-language remote learning program. The quasi-experimental study included one group of 19 students who enrolled in the course, titled “Research Methodology and Modern Technology of Design Activity.” The extent to which the course improved their confidence in using the English language and their self-assessed readiness to engage in professional activities at the intersection of science, design, and engineering were used as the outcome measures. After 3 weeks of the program, all students reported improved readiness to participate in the scientific community through the English language, demonstrating their ability to perform research and creative activity in the field of design.