Software Development Scaling 2026 — Raw to Scaled Study Score
In Software Development, a raw study score of 30 scales to about 28 (-2 points) under 2025 VTAC scaling, so it scales down. See the full raw-to-scaled table below, then compute your ATAR with the calculator.
Software Development has slightly negative scaling, with a raw 30 becoming approximately 28. Despite the scaling, it's highly relevant for Computer Science and IT pathways. The practical coding skills you develop are directly applicable to university and industry—skills that matter beyond your ATAR.
Software Development scaling table (2025 VTAC)
| Raw study score | Scaled study score | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 20 | 17 | -3 |
| 25 | 22 | -3 |
| 30 | 28 | -2 |
| 35 | 33 | -2 |
| 40 | 39 | -1 |
| 45 | 45 | 0 |
| 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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Software Development scaling FAQ
Does Software Development scale up or down in VCE?
Software Development scales down. Under 2025 VTAC scaling, a raw study score of 30 scales to about 28 (-2 points).
What does a raw study score of 30 in Software Development scale to?
A raw study score of 30 in Software Development scales to approximately 28 under 2025 VTAC scaling.
What raw study score do I need for a scaled 40 in Software Development?
You need a raw study score of about 41 in Software Development to reach a scaled score of 40, based on 2025 VTAC scaling.
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