Its a great camera to start with, it has been my 2nd dslr but the one I've used the most. One word of warning, have a think about what accessories you really need rather than what you think you may need if that makes sense. A bag is always a good start, one that you think is big enough now but that you can also grow into as your kit grows. A good reasonable zoom lens of around 17-70 mm and a longer focal length is a good start, probably enough to try lots of different types of photography before really specialising in a few areas. One lens i would recommend is the nikon 70-300 vr its a really great lens and can be had for around £250-300 used.
There is saying that is said on here quite a bit 'buy cheap, buy twice', this is advice I wish I had listened to went I first started. I've still got a cheap tripod, monopod, bag and a few screw on filters that I don't use now. I'm not saying go a spend nearly £1000 on the best tripod legs and head money can buy but think is a £30 tripod is really going to last you long? If you are sensible you can get some good buys that will last you years and you won't end up with lots of gear you don't use any more.
Have a look at your local library for books, everyone on here has their own favourites and could recommend a few to you. Maybe have a look at photography days, I'm going on my first one on Sunday, I wish I had gone one earlier. At least you have found this forum, there are plenty of very talented people to learn from on here.
