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The ScaleACT competition uses a form of the International Open judging & assessment system which awards Gold, Silver or Bronze awards rather than attempting to find the single best model for each category. In this system, each model is assessed individually against set criteria (not compared to others in the competition) and the highest quality, best presented models are awarded.

A feature of the Open judging system is the adoption of Experience or Skill levels for Entrants. Senior modellers are asked to place themselves in a group that describes how experienced a modeller they believe themselves to be. The three skill levels are; Rookie, Standard & Master. 

The level of modelling standards required to be awarded a medal goes up with each level. The standards required to achieve a Gold award at the Master level must demonstrate the very highest expression of the art; showing perfect construction, a flawless finish and an overall presentation that really stands out and catches the eye. Only the very best Master level entries achieve a Gold medal. The judging team are a little less stringent when assessing entries at the Standard level, and more generous again when assessing Rookie entries.

Achieving Gold at Master level is rare occurrence and is reserved for flawless models. Achieving a Gold at Rookie level is a fabulous result that means you have got the basics right and can move up to Standard level next time! Remember, winning any award means your entry is among the very best!

We will publish a lot more detail on our judging system, skill levels and categories closer to the competition - but if you'd like to read the nitty-gritty details of our judging - here is our ScaleACT Judging Criteria.