Politics Scaling 2026 — Raw to Scaled Study Score
In Politics, a raw study score of 30 scales to about 32 (+2 points) under 2025 VTAC scaling, so it scales up. See the full raw-to-scaled table below, then compute your ATAR with the calculator.
Politics scales up in VCE. Under 2025 VTAC scaling, a raw study score of 30 in Politics scales to about 32 (+2 points). Scaling up rewards a strong cohort, so a solid raw score is worth more in your aggregate. Use the scaling table and calculator below to see how your study scores become a scaled score and an ATAR.
Politics scaling table (2025 VTAC)
| Raw study score | Scaled study score | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 20 | 21 | +1 |
| 25 | 27 | +2 |
| 30 | 32 | +2 |
| 35 | 37 | +2 |
| 40 | 42 | +2 |
| 45 | 46 | +1 |
| 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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Politics scaling FAQ
Does Politics scale up or down in VCE?
Politics scales up. Under 2025 VTAC scaling, a raw study score of 30 scales to about 32 (+2 points).
What does a raw study score of 30 in Politics scale to?
A raw study score of 30 in Politics scales to approximately 32 under 2025 VTAC scaling.
What raw study score do I need for a scaled 40 in Politics?
You need a raw study score of about 38 in Politics to reach a scaled score of 40, based on 2025 VTAC scaling.
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