Food Studies Scaling 2026 — Raw to Scaled Study Score
In Food Studies, a raw study score of 30 scales to about 23 (-7 points) under 2025 VTAC scaling, so it scales down. See the full raw-to-scaled table below, then compute your ATAR with the calculator.
Food Studies scales down in VCE. Under 2025 VTAC scaling, a raw study score of 30 in Food Studies scales to about 23 (-7 points). Because it scales down, you need a higher raw score to reach the same scaled score — aim high. Use the scaling table and calculator below to see how your study scores become a scaled score and an ATAR.
Food Studies scaling table (2025 VTAC)
| Raw study score | Scaled study score | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 20 | 14 | -6 |
| 25 | 19 | -6 |
| 30 | 23 | -7 |
| 35 | 29 | -6 |
| 40 | 35 | -5 |
| 45 | 42 | -3 |
| 50 | 50 | 0 |
Indicative scaled scores, calculated from 2025 VTAC scaling data (study scores are a 0–50 scale). For exact figures see the official VTAC scaling report. Re-stamped when VTAC publishes the new report each December.
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Food Studies scaling FAQ
Does Food Studies scale up or down in VCE?
Food Studies scales down. Under 2025 VTAC scaling, a raw study score of 30 scales to about 23 (-7 points).
What does a raw study score of 30 in Food Studies scale to?
A raw study score of 30 in Food Studies scales to approximately 23 under 2025 VTAC scaling.
What raw study score do I need for a scaled 40 in Food Studies?
You need a raw study score of about 44 in Food Studies to reach a scaled score of 40, based on 2025 VTAC scaling.
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