Roneima's story
My love of science started at a very young age. I was initially fascinated with the Milky Way and discovering new planets.
Then became fixated on collecting and identifying different types of rocks on this planet — and others! My parents allowed me to indulge in all things science.
They were and continue to be the consistent and active driving force behind lifting my commitment to my goals and aspirations.
Their constant words to me:
“Dream big, but make sure you lift your commitment level to achieve the goals you set for yourself”.
At the age of seven, I decided to become a doctor to help people who can’t afford medical bills.
This decision influenced all my subject choices in high school. It's what brought me to the University of Otago where I studied medicine.
STEM subjects provide a pathway to many dynamic and exciting career opportunities.
STEM careers offer good incomes that mean we can lift the standard of living for our families.
It will give us the mandate and platform to contribute to the wellbeing of Pasifika people in New Zealand and abroad.
On this page
“We can and should STEM IT UP!”
Roneima's pathway
Year 12 and 13 subjects
- maths
- biology
- chemistry
- physics
- PE
- calculus.
Tertiary study
- Health Science First Year Program
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
More about being a general practitioner
General practitioners diagnose and treat patients and their families. They provide ongoing care and manage lot of peoples' health concerns.
General practitioners earn between $145,000 and $210,000 per year.
Learn more about being a general practitioner, including current job opportunities:
General practitioner (external link) - Careers NZ website